EMPRESS OF CANADA

EMPRESS OF CANADA

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History

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The video recounts the mysterious fire that destroyed the Canadian Pacific liner, Empress of Canada, while it was docked in Liverpool for an overhaul. The fire began in the afternoon, spread rapidly, and continued to burn throughout the night, leaving the ship a total wreck by morning. The Empress of Canada, which had served as a troop ship during the war and was scheduled for passenger service, was completely lost. The video highlights the ship's historical significance and the impact of its destruction.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Empress of Canada undergoing when the fire broke out?

A passenger cruise

A routine voyage

A military mission

An overhaul

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the fire on the Empress of Canada progress?

It was contained to one area

It was quickly extinguished

It spread rapidly

It spread slowly

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the Empress of Canada by the morning after the fire?

It was slightly damaged

It was still burning and a total wreck

It was completely extinguished

It was ready for departure

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

A cargo ship

A troop ship and passenger service

A battleship

A hospital ship

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Empress of Canada's future plan before the fire?

To be scrapped

To be converted into a museum

To carry coronation passengers

To be sold to another company