ORCADES - LAST VOYAGE

The P&O liner Orchid Ease docks at Southampton for the last time after 25 years of service. Launched in 1947 by Lady Morshead, the ship is blessed and remembered fondly by many passengers for its voyages to Australia and cruises from Sydney. Captain Lefebvre bids farewell as the ship retires, making way for a new generation. The transcript also mentions the Middle Sea Race organized by the Royal Malta Yacht Club and the Royal Ocean Racing Club.

In what year was the P&O liner Orchid Ease launched?

• 1955

• 1950

• 1947

• 1945

What is the weight of the Orchid Ease?

• 20,000 tonnes

• 25,000 tonnes

• 15,000 tonnes

• 18,000 tonnes

Which city is associated with the nostalgic cruises of Orchid Ease?

• Brisbane

• Melbourne

• Sydney

• Perth

Who is the captain that bids farewell to Orchid Ease?

• Captain Lefebvre

• Captain Brown

• Captain Smith

• Captain Johnson

Which clubs organize the Middle Sea Race?

• Royal Sydney Yacht Club and Royal Ocean Racing Club

• Royal Malta Yacht Club and Royal Ocean Racing Club

• Royal London Yacht Club and Royal Ocean Racing Club

• Royal Caribbean Yacht Club and Royal Ocean Racing Club