Titanic Conspiracy Theories

Titanic Conspiracy Theories

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Science, Social Studies, Architecture

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the Titanic's tragic maiden voyage, debunking myths and legends about its unsinkability, construction, and supposed curses. It discusses the lifeboat shortages, class prejudice, and the ignored ice warnings that contributed to the disaster. The video also examines conspiracy theories, including insurance fraud and the involvement of JP Morgan, ultimately concluding that the Titanic's sinking was a maritime disaster rather than a planned event.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event marked the beginning of the Titanic's tragic story?

A storm in the Atlantic

A collision with an iceberg

A mutiny on board

A fire in the engine room

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary selling point of the Titanic according to the White Star Line?

Its luxury

Its speed

Its size

Its unsinkability

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which myth suggests that the Titanic was cursed by an Egyptian mummy?

The curse of the Washington Post

The curse of the Titanic

The curse of the British Museum

The curse of the Pharaoh

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major factor in the high casualty rate among third-class passengers?

Distance from lifeboats

Crew negligence

Lack of lifeboats

Locked gates preventing access to lifeboats

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many lifeboats did the Titanic actually carry?

22

20

18

16

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the official reason given for the Titanic's lack of lifeboats?

Compliance with outdated regulations

Lack of space

Cost-cutting measures

Belief in the ship's unsinkability

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the alleged reason for the Titanic's high speed on the night it sank?

To set a speed record

To avoid icebergs

To reach New York on time

To test the engines

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