EMPRESS OF CANADA BURNED OUT

The video reports on the fire that destroyed the Empress of Canada liner in Liverpool's Gladstone Dock. Despite quick response, the fire spread rapidly, leading to the ship's total loss. The Empress of Canada, previously known as Duchess of Richmond, had just been overhauled and was booked for coronation passengers. Efforts to save the ship were futile as it heeled over and was wrecked. During the war, the ship transported thousands of servicemen and civilians and later resumed passenger service between Liverpool and Canada.

What was the initial reaction of the firefighters when the Empress of Canada caught fire?

• They arrived late to the scene.

• They saved the ship from becoming a total loss.

• They managed to control the fire quickly.

• They were unable to save the ship despite their quick response.

What was the original name of the Empress of Canada?

• Lady of the Lake

• Queen of the Seas

• Duchess of Richmond

• Princess of the Ocean

What was the status of the Empress of Canada by midday after the fire started?

• The ship was saved from capsizing.

• The fire was under control.

• The ship was being repaired.

• The ship was beyond saving and becoming a total loss.

What happened to the Empress of Canada after it capsized?

• It was sold to another company.

• It was repaired and returned to service.

• It was towed to another port.

• It was left as a wreck in its home port.

What role did the Empress of Canada play during the war?

• It transported servicemen, women, and civilians.

• It was used as a cargo ship.

• It was a battleship.

• It was used for leisure cruises.