What Is Actually "The Blue Ghost"

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1. When was the ship finally decommissioned? 

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The ship was finally decommissioned in 1991.

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What Is Actually "The Blue Ghost" - Quiz

What is "The Blue Ghost"? Is it a ship, or is it a ghost ship? If you're a ship lover, you probably know everything about this beauty. Let's test your knowledge right now!

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2. What kind of a ship is this? 

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This ship is an aircraft carrier because it is specifically designed to carry and operate military aircraft. It has a large flight deck for launching and recovering aircraft, as well as hangar bays for storage and maintenance. The other options, such as a gunboat, cruiser, and icebreaker, do not typically have the capabilities or features required for aircraft operations.

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3. What's the real name of this ship?

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The correct answer is USS Lexington. The real name of the ship in question is USS Lexington.

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4. When was this ship commissioned? 

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The ship was commissioned in 1943, which means it was officially put into active service in that year.

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5. In Which war did this ship serve? 

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The ship served in the Pacific War. This war was fought between the Allied powers, primarily the United States, and the Empire of Japan during World War II. The Pacific War was a major theater of the war and saw significant naval battles and engagements in the Pacific Ocean.

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6. How many years did the sip spend as a training carrier?

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The correct answer is "Nearly 30 years". This suggests that the sip spent a significant amount of time as a training carrier, but not as long as the other options provided.

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7. The ship was modernized in the 1950s into .....?

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The ship underwent modernization in the 1950s and was transformed into an attack carrier. This suggests that the ship was upgraded and equipped with offensive capabilities, indicating its role in launching attacks rather than being used for defense or training purposes.

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8. Which one of these statements is true?

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The correct answer is "The USS Lexington is the oldest remaining fleet carrier in the world." This statement is true because the USS Lexington, also known as CV-16, was commissioned in 1943 and served in World War II. It is currently a museum ship in Corpus Christi, Texas, making it the oldest surviving fleet carrier in the world.

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9. The USS Lexington is designated as....? 

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The USS Lexington is designated as a National Historic Landmark. This means that it is recognized by the United States government as having significant historical importance and is preserved and protected for future generations. Being designated as a National Historic Landmark is a prestigious honor and signifies the ship's importance in American history.

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10. Where's the ship located now? 

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The ship is located in Texas.

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When was the ship finally decommissioned? 
What kind of a ship is this? 
What's the real name of this ship?
When was this ship commissioned? 
In Which war did this ship serve? 
How many years did the sip spend as a training carrier?
The ship was modernized in the 1950s into .....?
Which one of these statements is true?
The USS Lexington is designated as....? 
Where's the ship located now? 
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