How Lighthouses Changed Maritime Safety Forever
- 1. Which part of a lighthouse emits light?
A) The lantern room
B) The foundation
C) The observation deck
D) The staircase
- 2. Which color light is commonly used to denote navigational hazards?
A) Red
B) White
C) Blue
D) Green
- 3. What is typically located near a lighthouse to assist in navigation?
A) Fishing docks
B) Buoys
C) Cargo containers
D) Storage sheds
- 4. When was the first known lighthouse built?
A) Around 1000 AD
B) Around 1500 BC
C) Around 280 BC
D) In the 18th century
- 5. What type of technology allows modern lighthouses to operate automatically?
A) Coal energy
B) Solar power
C) Hydropower
D) Wind turbines
- 6. What is a key element replaced by electric lights in modern lighthouses?
A) Oil lamps
B) Candles
C) Firewood
D) Gas torches
- 7. What is the characteristic of a lighthouse's light pattern called?
A) Navigation mark
B) Beacon type
C) Light signature
D) Color code
- 8. Which of the following is a famous lighthouse in the USA?
A) Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
B) Eiffel Tower
C) Big Ben
D) Statue of Liberty
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