Sinking Of The Bismarck, British Avenge Hood

The video details the story of the German battleship Bismarck, launched two years ago, and its impact on British naval power. It describes Bismarck's journey from Norway, escorted by the cruiser Prinz Oregon, and its detection by a British plane. The narrative culminates in a battle in the Atlantic, where the British battle cruiser Hood and HMS Prince of Wales engage Bismarck. The battle ends with a direct hit from Bismarck, sinking the Hood and resulting in the loss of 1300 English sailors.

What was the primary reason for the Bismarck's launch being shrouded in secrecy?

• To protect its construction details

• To test new naval technology

• To avoid detection by enemy planes

• To surprise the British navy

Which German cruiser accompanied the Bismarck on its journey?

• Scharnhorst

• Gneisenau

• Admiral Graf Spee

• Prinz Eugen

Where was the Bismarck first spotted by the British?

• English Channel

• Norwegian Sea

• Denmark Strait

• North Sea

What was the outcome of the battle between the Bismarck and the Hood?

• The Hood successfully sank the Bismarck

• The Bismarck was damaged but escaped

• The Hood was sunk by the Bismarck

• Both ships retreated without damage

How many sailors were lost with the sinking of the Hood?

• 500

• 800

• 1300

• 1000