Exploring the Titanic

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Who was Thomas Andrews?

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The ship's builder.

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What was the text structure of 'Exploring the Titanic'?

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Chronological order.

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On what date did the Titanic strike an iceberg?

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April 14, 1912.

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How were third class accommodations on the Titanic described?

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Small and crowded but new.

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How many compartments could flood and the Titanic would still float?

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Four.

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What was the Titanic?

Back

A British passenger liner that sank in 1912.

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What was the main reason for the Titanic's sinking?

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It struck an iceberg.

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What was the capacity of the Titanic?

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Over 2,200 passengers and crew.

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What safety feature did the Titanic lack?

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Sufficient lifeboats for all passengers.

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What was the significance of the Titanic's maiden voyage?

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It was touted as 'unsinkable' but ended in disaster.