Question

What was the difference between the ironclads, the Monitor, and the Merrimac?

A. The Merrimac included a revolving gun turret.
B. The Monitor included a revolving gun turret.
C. They were the same, designed and built by the same company.
D. The Monitor included multiple stations along both sides for rapid fire exchanges.

Answer 1

Correct answer:

B. The Monitor included a revolving gun turret.

The battleship Monitor designed by John Ericson stood out for having an armored rotating turret in which two 11-inch guns were installed. The Battleship Monitor was one of the most innovative ships of all time.