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What is the significance of the artifacts recovered from the Titanic?
What is the significance of the artifacts recovered from the Titanic?
- They were planted there as part of a conspiracy theory.
- They are replicas created for exhibition purposes.
- They are believed to be cursed objects.
- They shed light on the lifestyle and possessions of the passengers aboard. (correct)
What led to the discovery of the Titanic wreckage in 1985?
What led to the discovery of the Titanic wreckage in 1985?
- A treasure hunting expedition off the coast of Newfoundland.
- A scientific research mission to study marine life in the Atlantic Ocean.
- An accidental encounter by a submarine exploring the seabed.
- A mapping project to chart the undersea terrain near Newfoundland. (correct)
Why was retrieving artifacts from the Titanic wreck controversial?
Why was retrieving artifacts from the Titanic wreck controversial?
- It was deemed disrespectful to disturb the resting place of the deceased. (correct)
- The artifacts were considered too valuable to be removed.
- People believed the artifacts were jinxed and brought bad luck.
- There were concerns that the artifacts were booby-trapped.
What did RMS Titanic, Inc. seek to salvage in 2020 that stirred controversy?
What did RMS Titanic, Inc. seek to salvage in 2020 that stirred controversy?
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How many objects have been salvaged from the Titanic wreck by RMS Titanic, Inc. since its discovery in 1985?
How many objects have been salvaged from the Titanic wreck by RMS Titanic, Inc. since its discovery in 1985?
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What was the judge's ruling regarding RMS Titanic, Inc.'s request to salvage the wireless telegraph machine in 2020?
What was the judge's ruling regarding RMS Titanic, Inc.'s request to salvage the wireless telegraph machine in 2020?
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