Titanic: Voices from the Disaster Ch. 9

Why does it seem like so many people have regrets about that night?

• Many survivors felt guilty for not being able to help others.

• Some passengers felt they should have noticed the signs of danger earlier.

• The lifeboats were launched half-empty, and many passengers regretted not getting on one.

• All of the above.

What do you think of the courage of the men in the engine room who kept working to keep the lights on?

• They were only doing their jobs and had no other choice.

• They were heroic because they risked their lives to keep the ship operating longer, providing hope to those still on board.

• They acted selfishly by prioritizing the lights over their own safety.

• Their actions were not significant since it was clear the ship was sinking.

How does the author show us how many different people showed courage, when they knew their deaths were almost certain at this point?

• By telling the stories of individuals who performed selfless acts, like helping others into lifeboats.

• Through survivor accounts of people jumping into the sea to save others.

• By showing that most passengers were too afraid to act at all.

• By focusing on the bravery of the officers who went down with the ship.

Why had the situation become, “every man for himself?”

• The officers were not giving clear instructions, leading to confusion and chaos.

• There were not enough lifeboats for everyone, and people realized they had to fight for survival.

• The lifeboats were launching too slowly, so passengers felt they had no choice but to act on their own.

• The ship was sinking too quickly, and no one knew what to do to escape.

How did some people’s quick thinking save them, even though they weren’t able to get on the boats?

• They swam to nearby ships for rescue.

• They clung to debris and pieces of the ship, keeping themselves afloat until help arrived.

• They convinced others to give up their spots on the lifeboats.

• They helped crew members launch lifeboats and gain access to them later.

Why was it so dangerous for people to be in the water, even if they were alive?

• The lifeboats were too far away, so it was difficult to get rescued.

• The water temperature was freezing, leading to hypothermia and death within minutes.

• The water was filled with sharks that posed a threat to survivors.

• The lifeboats left too quickly, leaving no chance for those in the water to get on.

In Chapter 9, how does the mood on the Titanic change as the ship starts to sink?

• The passengers remain calm, believing everything is under control.

• The passengers become hysterical, and there is a sense of panic.

• The passengers are unaware of the danger, continuing with their daily activities.

• The passengers work together to organize lifeboats and evacuate in an orderly fashion.

What role does the ship's orchestra play during the Titanic's final moments in Chapter 9?

• They attempt to escape the ship and abandon the passengers.

• They keep playing music to calm the passengers and provide a sense of order amidst chaos.

• They urge passengers to stop panicking and board the lifeboats.

• They stop playing music, realizing there is no hope of survival.

How does Chapter 9 highlight the heroism of certain passengers and crew members?

• By showing how passengers fought each other for space in the lifeboats.

• By focusing on the bravery of crew members who helped passengers into lifeboats, even as the ship was sinking.

• By describing how passengers ignored the warnings and stayed below deck.

• By telling the stories of passengers who jumped into the freezing water in a desperate attempt to survive.

What does Chapter 9 reveal about the challenges in organizing the evacuation of the Titanic?

• Lifeboats were filled quickly and efficiently, leaving no one behind.

• The ship's officers were well-prepared, ensuring an orderly evacuation process.

• There were not enough lifeboats for all passengers, and many lifeboats were launched half-empty.

• Passengers had to fight each other for access to the lifeboats, and chaos was avoided.