MV Funchal

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/mv-funchal

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 vessel classification?Ocean liner
2. What is the year of construction?1961
3. When was the MV Funchal launched?The MV Funchal was launched in 1961, a time when many people still traveled by sea.
4. Why was the MV Funchal important for Portugal?It helped Portugal connect with other countries by bringing tourists, travelers, and trade across the seas.

Maritime Heritage: The traditions, achievements, and cultural significance associated with seafaring and naval history.
Global Transportation: The movement of people and goods across international borders using various modes of transport.
Passenger Shipping: The industry and practice of transporting people by sea, particularly on large vessels for long distances.