What was the attitude of the Lusitania's crew towards the threat of submarines?

The Sinking of the Lusitania

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They were unaware of any submarine threats.
They dismissed the threat and encouraged enjoyment of the ship's amenities.
They evacuated the ship immediately.
They were highly cautious and took preventive measures.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the British choose not to escort the Lusitania with destroyers?
They wanted to conserve military resources.
They were unaware of the submarine threat.
They hoped its sinking would bring the US into the war.
They believed the Lusitania was unsinkable.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the British perspective on American involvement in the war?
They were eager for America to join the war effort.
They believed America should remain neutral.
They wanted America to focus on domestic issues.
They felt American shipping support was sufficient.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happened to the Lusitania on May 7th?
It was captured by German forces.
It safely reached its destination.
It turned back to avoid danger.
It was struck by a torpedo and sank quickly.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the American media describe the sinking of the Lusitania?
As a premeditated and dastardly act.
As an unfortunate accident.
As a minor incident.
As a justified military action.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the reaction of the New York Sun to the Lusitania sinking?
They praised the German strategy.
They called it a premeditated and dastardly act.
They ignored the incident.
They supported the British response.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What effect did the Lusitania's sinking have on American public opinion?
It made Americans eager to join the war.
It reinforced the desire to stay out of the war.
It had no significant impact.
It led to immediate US military action.
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