Quiz on the Titanic's 'Unsinkable' Myth

What was the Titanic famously described as before it sank?

• Unsinkable

• Unbreakable

• Unstoppable

• Unbelievable

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Who was responsible for the Titanic's safety design?

• Thomas Andrews

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Henry Ford

• John Smith

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What was the main selling point of the Titanic before it sank?

• Its speed

• Its grandeur and luxury

• Its famous captain

• Its unsinkable design

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What feature was believed to keep the Titanic afloat even if it suffered damage?

• A double-layered hull

• 16 compartments with doors that could be shut by a switch

• Advanced radar systems

• Extra lifeboats

What was the reaction of a vice president of the company in charge of the Titanic's voyage when he first heard it was sinking?

• He did not believe it because he thought the ship was unsinkable

• He immediately ordered a rescue mission

• He ignored the reports and went to sleep

• He was on board and helped with the evacuation

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