HMS EXMOUTH

HMS Exmouth is the first major warship powered entirely by an aircraft gas turbine. After a major refit, it can accelerate from a standstill to 25 knots in seconds. The ship features a single control lever that activates the Rolls-Royce Marine Olympus gas turbine, originally designed for the RAF's Falcon V bomber. Lieutenant Commander John May leads this innovative test ship of the Royal Navy.

What makes HMS Exmouth unique in terms of its power source?

• It is powered by solar energy.

• It is powered entirely by an aircraft gas turbine.

• It is powered by steam engines.

• It uses nuclear power.

How quickly can HMS Exmouth accelerate from a dead stop to 25 knots?

• In a matter of minutes

• In a matter of hours

• In a matter of days

• In a matter of seconds

What is the primary function of the single control lever on HMS Exmouth?

• To launch missiles

• To control the ship's lighting

• To activate the Rolls-Royce Marine Olympus gas turbine

• To steer the ship

For which aircraft was the Rolls-Royce Marine Olympus gas turbine originally designed?

• RAF's Spitfire

• RAF's Falcon V bomber

• RAF's Lancaster

• RAF's Hurricane

Who is the commanding officer of HMS Exmouth?

• Commander William Bligh

• Captain James Cook

• Lieutenant Commander John May

• Admiral Nelson