LONE LADY

LONE LADY

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Elizabeth Leeson embarks on a solo Atlantic voyage from Torquay to Bermuda on her 22-foot sailing cruiser, Wee Monarch. As the first woman to attempt this crossing alone, she aims to study jellyfish that pose a threat to beachgoers. The transcript expresses hopes for her safety and success, concluding with well wishes for her journey.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of Elizabeth Leeson's sailing cruiser?

Little Monarch

Wee Monarch

Sea Monarch

Ocean Monarch

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which location is Elizabeth Leeson starting her Atlantic voyage?

Plymouth

Southampton

Torquay

Bristol

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Elizabeth Leeson's primary research focus during her voyage?

Mapping coral reefs

Studying dolphins

Tracking jellyfish

Observing whales

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes Elizabeth Leeson's voyage notable?

First solo crossing by a man

First solo crossing by a woman

First group crossing

First non-stop crossing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Elizabeth advised to keep a lookout for during her journey?

Sir Richard Grenville

Sir John Hawkins

Sir Francis Drake

Sir Walter Raleigh