Depth Charges and Submarine Tactics

In the early hours, Burlingame spots a submarine, initially suspecting it might be American. However, after failed Morse code signals, it is identified as an enemy vessel. Silversides attempts to evade the enemy ship, but the pursuit continues. The enemy deploys depth charges, a tactic developed during World War I, to attack the submarine. Despite the attack, Silversides avoids serious damage. As morning breaks, Burlingame observes the enemy destroyer but decides against a counter-attack as it disappears over the horizon.

What time did the crew spot the darkened ship?

• 2:00 a.m.

• 5:00 a.m.

• 3:00 a.m.

• 4:00 a.m.

What was Burlingame's initial suspicion about the darkened ship?

• It was a fishing boat

• It was an enemy vessel

• It was another American vessel

• It was a cargo ship

How did the enemy vessel respond to the Morse code signal?

• With a Morse code reply

• With a green flashing light

• With a red light

• With no response

What was Burlingame's immediate action after confirming the enemy vessel?

• He ordered a retreat

• He prepared to surrender

• He signaled for reinforcements

• He ordered full speed ahead

What happened to the first torpedo fired by Silversides?

• It missed completely

• It hit the target

• It exploded prematurely

• It was a dud

What is the purpose of depth charges?

• To sink submarines

• To signal other ships

• To create a smoke screen

• To measure water depth

How do depth charges work?

• They release toxic gas

• They explode on contact

• They create a loud noise

• They explode at a set depth

What was the outcome of the depth charge attack on Silversides?

• The submarine was captured

• The submarine was unharmed

• The submarine was damaged

• The submarine was sunk

What did Burlingame consider doing after the depth charge attack?

• Calling for help

• Surrendering

• Counter-attacking

• Retreating

What was the final action of the enemy destroyer?

• It continued to attack

• It retreated

• It was sunk

• It disappeared over the horizon