SS Flying Enterprise bobs helplessly on its side in stormy Atlantic seas in 1952

The transcript describes a series of events where a boat initially developed a 60-degree list due to bad weather, leading to the towline snapping. The situation worsened, and the boat was doomed to sink. The following day, the damaged boat was helpless, and the crew, Carlson and Dancy, decided to give up their efforts to save it.

What was the initial problem faced by the vessel?

• A 60-degree list developed.

• The towline snapped.

• The boat was damaged.

• The crew abandoned the ship.

What caused the enterprise to be doomed?

• The crew's decision to abandon ship.

• The development of a 60-degree list.

• The snapping of the towline.

• The boat being damaged.

What was the condition of the boat the following afternoon?

• It was safely docked.

• It was wallowing helplessly.

• It was being repaired.

• It was on a new course.

Who decided to give up the struggle with the damaged boat?

• Carlson and Dancy.

• The entire crew.

• The captain alone.

• A rescue team.

What was the final decision made by Carlson and Dancy?

• To repair the boat.

• To call for help.

• To continue fighting the weather.

• To abandon their struggle.