Aftermath of collision of SS Mohawk and SS Talisman off New Jersey coast

Aftermath of collision of SS Mohawk and SS Talisman off New Jersey coast

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The video discusses Congress's likely actions following recent maritime tragedies, focusing on the investigation of the Talisman and Mohawk crash off the New Jersey coast. It highlights the rescue efforts and survivor stories, emphasizing the ongoing challenges in maritime safety.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to the death of 124 people in the American Merchant Marine?

A storm at sea

A ship collision

A pirate attack

A fire at the model castle

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the crash of the freighter Talisman and the liner Mohawk occur?

Near the Great Lakes

Off the Florida coast

In the Gulf of Mexico

Off the New Jersey coast

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is still visible from the Mohawk in the graveyard waters?

The ship's mast

The nose of a lifeboat

The captain's cabin

The ship's anchor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ship brought in survivors from the Mohawk crash?

The Algonquin

The Talisman

The Constitution

The Liberty

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is mentioned as having tales of survival from the Mohawk crash?

Lookout, man Clancy

Captain Smith

Sailor Brown

Engineer Johnson