Trace the timeline, technology, and lessons of the Titanic’s maiden voyage. Test your recall of dates, people, and decisions that shaped the tragedy.
In which year did the Titanic sink in the North Atlantic?
1916
1912
1914
1907
On what date did the ship founder after striking an iceberg?
April 15, 1912
April 14, 1912
April 16, 1912
April 13, 1912
Where was Titanic constructed before her launch?
Southampton
Liverpool
Belfast
Glasgow
Who was the ship’s captain on the maiden voyage?
Herbert Pitman
Edward Smith
William Murdoch
J. Bruce Ismay
Which ship rescued survivors from the lifeboats?
RMS Carpathia
HMS Hawke
SS Californian
RMS Olympic
How many lifeboats did Titanic carry on her maiden voyage?
16
20
32
24
Approximately how deep is the wreck site below the ocean surface?
About 8,000 feet (≈2,400 m)
About 2,000 feet (≈600 m)
About 20,000 feet (≈6,100 m)
About 12,500 feet (≈3,800 m)
To which destination was Titanic bound on her maiden voyage?
Quebec City
Halifax
Boston
New York City
What classification best describes Titanic as a vessel?
Passenger ferry
Liberty ship
Olympic‑class ocean liner
Dreadnought battleship
Which nearby ship failed to respond effectively despite reports of rockets?
SS Californian
SS Great Eastern
RMS Mauretania
RMS Lusitania
Starter
Solid attempt. Brush up on dates, ship design, and rescue details to improve.
Solid
Good command of the Titanic story. Deepen knowledge of safety rules and wireless operations for mastery.
Expert!
Superb—your timeline and technical detail on the Titanic are spot on.
