USS Pittsburgh Loses Bow

The heavy cruiser Pittsburgh experiences quivering at its bow due to pounding waves. Suddenly, the bow falls off, but the crew had already evacuated the forward compartments, ensuring no casualties. Despite the 104-foot section being severed, the Pittsburgh continues to move under its own power and is later towed to port by another vessel.

What was the initial sign of trouble for the heavy cruiser Pittsburgh?

• The ship started to sink.

• The bow began to quiver.

• The engines failed.

• The crew abandoned ship.

What happened to the bow of the Pittsburgh?

• It was reinforced.

• It was repaired at sea.

• It fell off.

• It was unaffected.

How did the crew respond to the danger?

• They called for immediate rescue.

• They cleared the forward compartments.

• They evacuated the ship.

• They ignored it.

What was the length of the section that was severed from the Pittsburgh?

• 50 feet

• 150 feet

• 104 feet

• 200 feet

How did the Pittsburgh manage after losing its bow?

• It sank immediately.

• It drifted aimlessly.

• It continued under its own power.

• It was abandoned by the crew.