Titanic Flashcard

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What was the Titanic known for?

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The Titanic was known for being one of the largest and most luxurious passenger ships of its time, famously sinking on its maiden voyage in 1912.

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What does '1st class' mean in the context of the Titanic?

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'1st class' refers to the wealthiest passengers on the Titanic who received luxurious accommodations and meals.

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What does '3rd class' mean in the context of the Titanic?

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'3rd class' refers to the lower-income passengers who had simpler accommodations and meals compared to 1st class.

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What was the significance of the Titanic's lifeboats?

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The Titanic was equipped to carry sixty-four lifeboats but only had twenty, which highlighted the inadequate safety measures for passengers.

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What was a central idea of the Titanic's story?

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The sinking of the Titanic brought attention to the need for better safety guidelines and practices in maritime travel.

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Who was Colonel John Jacob Astor?

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Colonel John Jacob Astor was one of the wealthiest men in the world at the time and was a passenger on the Titanic.

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What was the impact of the Titanic disaster on maritime safety?

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The Titanic disaster led to significant changes in maritime safety regulations and practices to protect passengers.

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What does 'provisions' refer to in the context of the Titanic?

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'Provisions' refers to the food and supplies needed for the passengers and crew on the Titanic.

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What was the Titanic's maiden voyage?

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The Titanic's maiden voyage was its first journey from Southampton to New York City, which ended tragically when it sank.

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What is the importance of the Titanic in history?

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The Titanic is important in history as a symbol of human error, luxury, and the need for safety in transportation.