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    Who was the captain of the Titanic?

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Dive into the Titanic Disaster Quiz! Explore key facts and trivia about the Titanic's sinking, its dimensions, notable passengers, and the organisms affecting its wreckage today. Test your knowledge and understand the historical impact of one of the deadliest maritime accidents.

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  • 2. 

    Which company operated the Titanic?

    • White Star Line

    • Purple Fish Line

    • Red Comet Line

    Correct Answer
    A. White Star Line
    Explanation
    The White Star Line operated the RMS Titanic.

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  • 3. 

    In late 2010, it was reported that the Titanic was being eaten by what kind of organism?

    • Sharks

    • Bacteria

    • Krill

    • Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Bacteria
    Explanation
    In late 2010, it was reported that the Titanic wreckage was being consumed by a previously undiscovered species of bacteria.

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  • 4. 

    Which one of the following was NOT among the Titanic's amenities?

    • Turkish bath

    • Swimming pool

    • Putting green

    Correct Answer
    A. Putting green
    Explanation
    The Titanic had a Turkish bath and a swimming pool but did not contain a putting green.

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  • 5. 

    The Titanic was discovered on September 1st, 1995.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The wreck of the Titanic was discovered on September 1, 1985.

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  • 6. 

    How long did the Titanic take to sink?

    • 2 hours and 40 minutes

    • 3 hours and 30 minutes

    • 4 hours and 6 minutes

    • 1 hour and 34 minutes

    Correct Answer
    A. 2 hours and 40 minutes
    Explanation
    The Titanic sank within 2 hours and 40 minutes.

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  • 7. 

    The titanic had_____lifeboats. 

    Correct Answer
    20
    Explanation
    The Titanic had only 20 lifeboats; it should have had at least twice as many.

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  • 8. 

    Which famous American businessman died in the sinking of the Titanic?

    • Cornelius Vanderbilt

    • J.P. Morgan

    • John Jacob Astor IV

    Correct Answer
    A. John Jacob Astor IV
    Explanation
    John Jacob Astor IV

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  • 9. 

    How long was the Titanic?

    • 882.5 feet (269 meters)

    • 892.5 feet (272 meters)

    • 872.5 feet (266 meters)

    Correct Answer
    A. 882.5 feet (269 meters)
    Explanation
    The Titanic was 882.5 feet (269 meters) in length, which, at the time of its launch, placed it in a tie for the longest ship in the world.

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  • 10. 

    Did the Titanic have 200,000 of collection of linens?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given answer is true. The Titanic did have a collection of linens onboard. Linens were an important part of the luxury and comfort provided to the passengers on the ship. The linens included bed sheets, towels, tablecloths, and napkins, among other items. They were of high quality and were used to enhance the overall experience of the passengers during their voyage on the Titanic.

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  • 11. 

    The Titanic is one of the deadliest maritime accident.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    True. The sinking of the Titanic in 1912 stands as one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history, resulting in the loss of over 1,500 lives. The tragedy prompted significant changes in maritime safety regulations and continues to be remembered as a profound event in maritime history.

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  • 12. 

    How much coal per day did the Titanic use?

    • 544 tons

    • 723 tons

    • 334 tons

    Correct Answer
    A. 544 tons
    Explanation
    The Titanic used about 544 tons of coal per day to power its engines and other systems.

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  • 13. 

    The Titanic's stores of food included how many tons of potatoes?

    • 100 tons

    • 40 tons

    • 80 tons

    Correct Answer
    A. 40 tons
    Explanation
    The Titanic was loaded with 40 tons of potatoes.

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  • 14. 

    How many crewmembers worked on the Titanic?

    • 700

    • 1200

    • 900

    • 300

    Correct Answer
    A. 900
    Explanation
    Nine hundred crewmembers worked on the Titanic.

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