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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How far do the men have to row to get to the island?
(a) Two miles
(b) Fifteen miles
(c) Seven miles
(d) Twenty miles

2. Whose navigational skills does Shackleton have to trust in?
(a) Vincent
(b) McNeish
(c) Worsley
(d) Crean

3. Which crew member refuses to work?
(a) Macon
(b) Blackboro
(c) Orde-Lees
(d) Wesley

4. What personal items are salvaged after the first sledging attempt?
(a) Carved masks
(b) Photographic equipment
(c) Paintings
(d) Boots

5. How long do the men decide that the normal watches will be?
(a) One hour
(b) Four hours
(c) Eight hours
(d) Twelve hours

Short Answer Questions

1. How far are the men from Paulet Island?

2. The men find that their final cask of water is tainted with what?

3. How many boats do the men travel in?

4. How does Shackleton feel about relying on Worsley?

5. Who leads Vincent and McCarthy on the second watch?

(see the answer key)

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