Damaged HMS Kelly Arrives At Port

Damaged HMS Kelly Arrives At Port

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The British destroyer Kelly, after being damaged, is towed 1000 miles across the North Sea by a sister ship. Following a German attack, the crew is transferred to the rescue destroyer Curie. Despite interruptions, the rescue continues, and Kelly is eventually towed to Britain, facing daily Nazi raids. The British Navy's determination ensures the ship's safety.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge faced by the British destroyer Kelly during its journey?

A long tow across the North Sea

A mutiny on board

A storm in the North Sea

A shortage of fuel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the Kelly after it was struck?

It continued its mission

Most of the crew were transferred to another ship

It was abandoned

It sank immediately

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ship was involved in the rescue operation of the Kelly's crew?

HMS Hood

HMS Belfast

HMS Curie

HMS Victory

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main threat during the rescue operation?

Mechanical failure

German planes

A storm

Pirates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the story of the Kelly illustrate about the British Navy?

Their unwillingness to abandon ships

Their reliance on foreign aid

Their focus on air power

Their technological superiority