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NORTH SEA COLLISION DRAMA

NORTH SEA COLLISION DRAMA

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers a maritime incident involving the British steamer Duke of York and the American freighter Haiti Victory. The Duke of York was cut in two during a foggy collision in the North Sea, leading to the rescue of over 500 passengers and crew. Five fatalities were reported, with two people missing. The Haiti Victory also sustained damage but assisted in the rescue. The main section of the Duke of York was later towed to Harwich.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the fate of the forward section of the Duke of York?

It reached its destination.

It was repaired at sea.

It sank after a collision.

It was towed to safety.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were rescued after the collision?

Over 500

Exactly 400

Less than 300

More than 600

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reported number of fatalities in the incident?

Ten

Seven

Five

Three

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which other vessel was involved in the collision with the Duke of York?

SS Great Britain

Haiti Victory

Titanic

Queen Mary

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the main section of the Duke of York after the collision?

It was abandoned at sea.

It sank completely.

It was towed to Harwich.

It continued its journey.

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