Greatest Dry Dock Receives Majestic

Greatest Dry Dock Receives Majestic

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The video discusses the world's largest graving dock, part of Southern Railway's project in Southampton, which is set to receive the Majestic, the largest liner. Opened by the King, the dock can accommodate vessels nearly twice the size of the Majestic, including the new Cunarda. The dock's water is emptied by four pumps working for four hours. This engineering feat reflects the country's optimism and readiness for future operations on Britain's liners.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the graving dock in Southampton?

It is the oldest dock in the world.

It is the smallest dock in the UK.

It is the world's largest graving dock.

It is the first dock built by the Southern Railway.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who opened the graving dock in Southampton?

The Queen

The Mayor of Southampton

The Prime Minister

The King

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it take to empty the dock using the pumps?

Two hours

Four hours

Six hours

Eight hours

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new vessel under construction that the dock can accommodate?

The Cunarda

The Britannic

The Lusitania

The Titanic

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the dock symbolize for the country?

A financial burden

A loss of tradition

A new sense of optimism

A decline in engineering