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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which man is chosen to accompany Shackleton because of his navigation and small-boat abilities?
(a) Worlsey
(b) Wild
(c) Dudley
(d) Blackboro

2. About 250 miles from South Georgia Island, a rogue wave breaks what?
(a) The compass
(b) The rudder
(c) The water jug
(d) Vincent's arm

3. What direction do the men start out going after they leave Elephant Island?
(a) East
(b) West
(c) South
(d) North

4. What runs out, causing the men to look for combustible items?
(a) Water
(b) Canvas
(c) Tobacco
(d) Seal meat

5. Who is the first person on shore?
(a) Blackboro
(b) Wesley
(c) Shackleton
(d) Leeds

Short Answer Questions

1. How far does the boat travel in the first six days?

2. What surrounds the beach on the island?

3. How far do the men have to row to get to the island?

4. How do the men spend their time in the boat?

5. What do the men need to do almost constantly in the boat?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the experience in the boats like for the men?

2. What is the approach to Elephant Island like?

3. How does Shackleton feel as the group sets out in the boat?

4. What happens to Blackboro after Shackleton leaves the island?

5. Why does Shackleton decide to leave the island? Who does he consult with about the decision?

6. What do the men do after they land at Elephant Island?

7. How do the men spend their time in the boat as they try to reach South Georgia Island?

8. What types of weather do the men face as they try to reach South Georgia Island?

9. How do the men decide on the land that they want to target for landing?

10. Who is chosen to go with Shackleton on the rescue attempt? Why is each person chosen?

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