Exploring the Titanic Review

Front

What was the capacity issue with the lifeboats on the Titanic?

Back

Most lifeboats were only half full.

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What barriers prevented many third class passengers from escaping the Titanic?

Back

They were trapped by barriers which separated the classes.

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Front

How did the behavior of third class passengers differ from those in other classes during the evacuation?

Back

On the deck, most people remained calm but not in the third class.

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Front

What did Captain Smith and his crew find difficult to see on calm, clear nights?

Back

They discussed how hard it was to see icebergs.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What does chronological order refer to?

Back

Chronological order is the sequence of events.

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CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Front

What was the significance of lifeboat capacity during the Titanic disaster?

Back

The insufficient capacity contributed to the high number of casualties.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

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Front

How did class separation impact survival rates on the Titanic?

Back

Class separation trapped many third class passengers, limiting their chances of survival.

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Front

What psychological factors influenced passenger behavior during the Titanic sinking?

Back

Calmness in higher classes contrasted with panic in third class.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What environmental conditions made iceberg detection challenging for the Titanic?

Back

Calm, clear nights made it hard to see icebergs.

Front

Why is understanding chronological order important in historical events?

Back

It helps in understanding the sequence and cause-effect relationships of events.

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.4.5