23rd September Intermediate English Practice (B1/B2) - The Merchant Royal Sinks

Today's episode is about the Merchant Royal ship and its mysterious sinking. Listen here to find out more about it.  If you want to read along with the audio find the article here Please help support the production of this podcast and the written articles by joining me on Patreon. This can be done for as little as £1 per month. Without your support, we won't be able to continue. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ for more details. If you want more information about private lessons at whatever level you need email me at [email protected] Check your understanding What was the Merchant Royal, and why is it considered a famous story related to the sea? When was the Merchant Royal built, and what made it remarkable among ships of its time? Where did the Merchant Royal set sail from on its final journey, and what valuable cargo did it carry? What do we know about the circumstances of the Merchant Royal's sinking, and why did it encounter difficulties during the storm? How has modern technology and exploration improved our chances of uncovering the secrets of the Merchant Royal, and why is the ship's story still considered a significant maritime mystery?