Titanic: Luxury and Legacy

The video explores the luxurious lifestyle of the wealthy, focusing on the Titanic's opulent offerings before its tragic 1912 voyage. It highlights the fascination with wealth and fame, especially when disaster strikes, as seen in the media's coverage of the Titanic's first-class passengers.

What aspect of the wealthy lifestyle is highlighted as particularly fascinating to ordinary Americans?

• Their philanthropic activities

• Their luxurious lifestyle

• Their political influence

• Their educational background

What was the cost of the most expensive suite on the Titanic in today's money?

• $100,000

• $50,000

• $75,000

• $150,000

Which notable figure canceled his trip on the Titanic at the last moment?

• John Jacob Astor

• JP Morgan

• Benjamin Guggenheim

• Isidor Straus

What was one of the luxurious amenities available to first-class passengers on the Titanic?

• A swimming pool

• A personal butler

• An onboard gym

• A private cinema

Which of the following individuals did NOT survive the Titanic disaster?

• Bruce Ismay

• Thomas Andrews

• John Jacob Astor

• JP Morgan

What did the media focus on after the Titanic disaster?

• The names of first-class passengers

• The heroism of the crew

• The ship's engineering flaws

• The weather conditions