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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main event in Chapter 1?
(a) The crushing of the Endurance by the ice pack
(b) The sinking of the Endurance by a hurricane
(c) The death of Shackleton and the crew
(d) The final push to the pole

2. What are the men dependent on while they are on the pack ice?
(a) Their oars
(b) The height of the waves
(c) The stars
(d) The motion and direction of the ice

3. Where did the men camp after abandoning the ship?
(a) In a stand of trees nearby
(b) A pressure ridge
(c) A shack about two miles away
(d) An ice floe

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What quality best describes the men that Shackleton choose for his expedition?

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

3. Which boat is left behind when the men try sledging?

4. The crew forms social organizations based on what?

5. What word best describes the first camp?

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