April 27 History Quiz — 5 Questions

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SS Central America Sinking — April 27, 1857

Question 1 of 5

What was the name of the ship that sank in a hurricane off South Carolina's coast in 1857?

ASS Central America

BSS Northern America

CSS Southern America

DSS Eastern America

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Question 2 of 5

How many lives were lost when the SS Central America sank?

A300 lives

B425 lives

C500 lives

D600 lives

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Question 3 of 5

Why did the SS Central America sink?

AIt sank due to a storm

BIt sank due to a collision with another ship

CIt sank due to a fire on board

DIt sank due to a mutiny

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Question 4 of 5

What can be inferred as a result of the SS Central America sinking?

AThe ship was not seaworthy

BThe crew was not experienced enough

CThe hurricane was not forecasted

DThe sinking had a significant impact on the community

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Question 5 of 5

What type of event can the sinking of the SS Central America be classified as?

AA natural disaster

BA man-made disaster

CA historical milestone

DA cultural phenomenon

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