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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Shackleton is which of the following?
(a) A doctor
(b) A ship builder
(c) A polar explorer
(d) A whaler

2. What happens toward the end of November?
(a) Shackleton dies
(b) The dogs die
(c) The Endurance sinks
(d) The crew stages a mutiny

3. Why did individuals want to be a part of Shackleton's expedition?
(a) To escape prison
(b) Potential adventure and renown
(c) Good wages
(d) Possible treasure

4. Orde-Lees is one day stalked and then pursued by what?
(a) Polar Bear
(b) Leopard Seal
(c) Walrus
(d) Penguin

5. What does Shackleton insist must be abandoned?
(a) The heavy cooking items
(b) The three boats
(c) Nonessential items
(d) The dogs

Short Answer Questions

1. How many pounds of meat does the leopard seal provide?

2. Shackleton's first voyage is under whose leadership?

3. The shortages of food mean that the men have trouble with what?

4. What does the crew realize as they make their way with the sledges?

5. How many boats do the men take with them on the sledges?

(see the answer key)

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