MS Baltic Princess

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/ms-baltic-princess

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the ship type?Cruiseferry
2. What is the owner?Tallink
3. When did the MS Baltic Princess start sailing?It began service on August 17, 2008, on the route between Helsinki and Tallinn.
4. Where does the MS Baltic Princess travel now?Since February 1, 2013, it sails between Turku, Mariehamn, and Stockholm.

Cruiseferry: A hybrid vessel combining the capacity of a ferry for vehicles and passengers with the amenities and comfort of a cruise ship.
Baltic Sea Region: The geographical area surrounding the Baltic Sea, encompassing several Northern European countries with significant maritime trade and cultural exchange.
Maritime Transport: The movement of people or goods by ship or boat, forming a crucial component of global trade and regional connectivity.
Fleet Utilization: The strategic deployment and management of a company's vessels to maximize efficiency, profitability, and market coverage.