SS Andrea Doria passengers arrive in New York City via the MS Stockholm in 1956

Survivors of a tragic accident gradually recovered as they received food and clothing. They shared harrowing details with reporters. It took another 24 hours to confirm the final death toll of 51 people, resulting from a collision between two pleasure liners.

What helped the survivors begin to recover after the accident?

• Moving to a new location

• Talking to family members

• Getting food and clothing

• Receiving medical treatment

How long did it take to determine the final toll of lost lives?

• 48 hours

• 24 hours

• 12 hours

• 72 hours

How many people lost their lives in the accident?

• 45

• 51

• 75

• 60

What was the cause of the tragic accident?

• A fire on board

• A collision between two pleasure liners

• A collision with an iceberg

• A storm at sea

What type of vessels were involved in the collision?

• Military ships

• Pleasure liners

• Fishing boats

• Cargo ships