SS Normandie arrives in New York Harbor in 1935

SS Normandie arrives in New York Harbor in 1935

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History, Arts, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript describes a record-breaking journey completed in just four days, 11 hours, and 42 seconds. This remarkable achievement was celebrated with much fanfare, and New York paid homage to Her Majesty.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did the record-breaking journey take?

Four days, 11 hours, and 42 seconds

Five days, 12 hours, and 30 seconds

Three days, 10 hours, and 15 seconds

Six days, 13 hours, and 50 seconds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the duration of the trip in hours?

115 hours and 42 seconds

95 hours and 42 seconds

100 hours and 42 seconds

107 hours and 42 seconds

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's reaction to the short duration of the trip?

It was largely ignored

It was met with disappointment

It was criticized for being too long

It generated significant excitement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the hullabaloo surrounding the trip?

The famous passengers

The scenic route

The record-breaking speed

The luxurious accommodations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city paid homage to Her Majesty after the journey?

Boston

New York

Chicago

Los Angeles