Atlantic conquest.

Atlantic conquest.

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The video covers the historic transatlantic flights of the Caledonia and the American clipper. The Caledonia embarks on a test flight to Newfoundland, facing headwinds but arriving on schedule. Meanwhile, the American clipper takes a northerly route and lands perfectly. This marks a significant achievement in the aerial conquest of the Atlantic, celebrated by President de Valera and the crew.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the destination of the Caledonia's test flight?

Iceland

Newfoundland

Bermuda

Greenland

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who wished the Caledonia crew a happy landing?

American Clipper

Captain Gray

Mr. de Valera

First Officer

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did the Caledonia face during its flight?

Headwinds

Fuel shortage

Engine failure

Bird strike

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which route did the American clipper take?

Easterly

Southerly

Northerly

Westerly

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who welcomed Captain Gray and his crew upon arrival?

President de Valera

Captain Wilcoxon

First Officer

The Caledonia crew