The Battle of Orleans Quiz

What was the primary mission of the German submarine SEMU 156?

• To patrol and attack shipping along the US East Coast

• To explore the North Sea

• To deliver supplies to the British Isles

• To conduct scientific research

How did the crew of the tugboat Perth Amboy respond to the submarine's attack?

• They called for reinforcements

• They abandoned ship immediately

• They raised a white flag

• They launched a counterattack

What was the outcome of the US Life-Saving Service's intervention during the attack?

• They captured the submarine

• They suffered heavy casualties

• They rescued the crew with no fatalities

• They were unable to rescue anyone

What happened when the US Navy planes attacked the German submarine?

• The submarine was sunk

• The bombs exploded successfully

• The submarine was captured

• The bombs failed to explode

What was significant about the attack on Orleans, Massachusetts?

• It was the only attack on US soil by Central Powers during World War I

• It was the first attack on US soil during World War I

• It led to the end of World War I

• It resulted in the capture of a German submarine