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What effect does the young woman’s interaction with the officer (who is trying to get her into the lifeboat) have on the progression of the plot?

• It shows that the young woman trusts the officer, so she quickly boards the lifeboat.

• It illustrates the emotional difficulty of leaving behind loved ones, adding tension to the situation.

• It distracts the officer from his duties, causing chaos on the deck.

• It delays the lowering of the lifeboats, which ultimately leads to fewer people being saved.

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What theme is implied by the description of the passengers’ varying responses to boarding the lifeboats?

• Bravery in the face of certain death.

• The importance of class divisions during a disaster.

• The unpredictability of human behavior in a crisis.

• The value of material wealth over human life.

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How does the first-person point of view impact the reader's understanding of the events on the Titanic?

• It provides an objective and detached account of the sinking.

• It shows multiple perspectives from different passengers.

• It creates confusion about what is happening due to the limited viewpoint.

• It gives a personal and emotional insight into the chaos and fear experienced.

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How does Violet Jessop’s description of the sinking of the Titanic compare to modern portrayals of the event in films or literature?

• Jessop’s account is a firsthand, detailed narrative, while modern portrayals are often dramatized and visualized for effect.

• Jessop’s account is more emotional and focuses on personal feelings, while modern portrayals are more factual.

• Jessop’s account highlights the indifference of the passengers, while modern portrayals focus on heroism.

• Jessop’s account focuses solely on the upper class, while modern portrayals include perspectives from all social classes.

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How does the interaction between Violet Jessop and young Mason (who helps her into the lifeboat) contribute to the plot?

• It shows that Violet Jessop is unwilling to leave the ship.

• It highlights the calm and orderly behavior of the crew members.

• It reveals the panic and disorder spreading among the passengers.

• It emphasizes the importance of keeping everyone’s spirits high during the evacuation.

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Which theme is suggested by the description of Violet Jessop’s thoughts as she watches the Titanic sink?

• The need for humans to maintain hope in desperate situations.

• The inevitable failure of human innovation in the natural world.

• The powerlessness of individuals in the face of nature’s force.

• The importance of solidarity and teamwork during times of crisis.

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