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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rations consist of what meat?
(a) Moose
(b) Reindeer
(c) Bear
(d) Penguin

2. As the men approach the island, what are the wind speeds?
(a) 100 miles an hour
(b) 25 miles an hour
(c) 5 miles an hour
(d) 70 miles an hour

3. What do the men see when the fog lifts?
(a) Land
(b) A glacier
(c) A large ice floe
(d) A whale

4. How far away is Paulet Island from the Endurance?
(a) 230 miles
(b) 350 miles
(c) 54 miles
(d) 97 miles

5. How many men go with Shackleton on the escape attempt?
(a) 3
(b) 5
(c) 11
(d) 7

Short Answer Questions

1. From where do the men get fresh water?

2. How many boats do the men travel in?

3. About 250 miles from South Georgia Island, a rogue wave breaks what?

4. What town do the men try to get to on South Georgia Island?

5. To get to the town, the men have to climb down what?

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