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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Shackleton decide to try the sledges again?
(a) December
(b) August
(c) March
(d) June

2. How old is Shackleton at the start of the third voyage?
(a) 54
(b) 20
(c) 33
(d) 40

3. The men find that their final cask of water is tainted with what?
(a) Seal blubber
(b) Mold
(c) Salt
(d) Seaweed

4. What word best describes the experience of the men in the boat?
(a) Warm
(b) Safe
(c) Healthy
(d) Wet

5. The Endurance is designed to sail with what?
(a) Ice
(b) Fog
(c) Sleet
(d) Strong winds

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens toward the end of November?

2. What does McNeish do to the three boats?

3. What is used as a roof on the crude hut?

4. How far are the men from Paulet Island?

5. What is the main event in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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