The Halifax Explosion (1917, Canada) — Questions and answers

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What was Vincent Coleman's job?

Choices

  1. Captain of a ship
  2. Dispatcher for the railway ✓
  3. Harbor pilot
  4. Mayor of Halifax

Answer: Dispatcher for the railway

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Who was the Prime Minister of Canada during this time?

Choices

  1. Vincent Coleman
  2. Francis Mackey
  3. Sir Robert Borden ✓
  4. Charles E. Townsend

Answer: Sir Robert Borden

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What did Mackey yell in an attempt to steer the Imo away?

Choices

  1. All hands on deck!
  2. Full speed ahead!
  3. Hard a-starboard! ✓
  4. Stop the engine!

Answer: Hard a-starboard!

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What happened to the Intercolonial Railway station?

Choices

  1. It was expanded
  2. It was leveled ✓
  3. It remained intact
  4. It was closed

Answer: It was leveled

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What was Colonel Low coordinating after the explosion?

Choices

  1. Rescue efforts
  2. Arrival of aid ✓
  3. Military training
  4. Food donations

Answer: Arrival of aid

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What did Coleman's act represent after the explosion?

Choices

  1. Courage ✓
  2. Fear
  3. Confusion
  4. Anger

Answer: Courage

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