10 Questions
What did Benjamin Franklin and his cousin map before the Revolutionary War?
A strong current called the Gulf Stream
How did understanding the Gulf Stream help sailors coming and going from East Coast ports?
Ships sailing with or across the current could travel faster
Which statement best reflects the possible role of the Gulf Stream in the Revolutionary War?
American ships using the Gulf Stream traveled faster than British ships
What drives the strength and direction of the Gulf Stream according to the text?
Prevailing winds
Where does the Gulf Stream form according to the text?
Near the tip of Florida
What is the main influence of the Gulf Stream on the East Coast of North America and Western Europe?
Warm air temperatures
How do prevailing winds near the equator impact ocean currents?
They cause currents to flow east to west across the ocean.
Why does the Gulf Stream flow from south to north?
Due to the redirection caused by prevailing winds near Florida.
How does the Gulf Stream influence trade routes?
By making trade routes faster due to its strong current.
Which factor plays a significant role in redirecting ocean currents when they hit a continent?
Location of prevailing winds
Learn how Benjamin Franklin and his cousin mapped the Gulf Stream, a strong ocean current along the East Coast of the United States, and how it played a role in the Revolutionary War. Discover the importance of understanding ocean currents for sailors during that time.
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