Submarine Torpedo Incident Analysis

The USS Silversides, a submarine, attacks a Japanese convoy but faces mechanical issues and air leaks that compromise its stealth. A diver discovers a torpedo problem, leading to a risky plan by Burlingame to eject the torpedo without detonation. The plan succeeds, allowing the submarine to return to patrol after repairs.

What was the outcome of the USS Silversides' torpedo attack on the Japanese convoy?

• No ships were damaged.

• All ships were confirmed sunk.

• The attack was called off.

• The Navy recorded one ship sunk and two damaged.

What main issue did the Silversides face after the attack?

• Lack of fuel

• Electrical and mechanical problems

• Shortage of food supplies

• Crew mutiny

Why was the Silversides' ability to hide compromised?

• Air bubbles were revealing its location.

• It had a broken periscope.

• It was too noisy.

• It was moving too slowly.

What was the main tactical advantage of submarines mentioned in the transcript?

• Stealth

• Firepower

• Maneuverability

• Speed

What did the diver discover about the torpedoes?

• The torpedoes were missing.

• All torpedoes were safely ejected.

• One torpedo was stuck and posed a risk.

• The torpedoes were not armed.

What was Burlingame's plan to deal with the torpedo risk?

• Leave the torpedo as it is.

• Manually disarm the torpedo.

• Abandon the submarine.

• Fire the torpedo while reversing at high speed.

What was the crew's reaction to the plan to eject the torpedo?

• They were excited.

• They were indifferent.

• They were anxious and pale.

• They were angry.

What was the risk associated with firing the torpedo while reversing?

• The torpedo might not fire.

• The submarine could run aground.

• The crew could be injured by the recoil.

• The torpedo could detonate.

What was the outcome of the plan to eject the torpedo?

• The torpedo remained stuck.

• The torpedo was safely expelled.

• The submarine was damaged.

• The torpedo exploded.

What allowed the Silversides to continue its patrol after the torpedo incident?

• A new crew was brought in.

• The submarine was refueled.

• Further repair work was completed.

• The mission was canceled.