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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which boat is towed by another?

2. The famous Cape Horn Rollers can get how high?

3. About how long are the boats?

4. How many men go with Shackleton on the escape attempt?

5. Once they get close to the island, for what do the men search?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What are the boats like that the men are forced to use?

3. Why is the Drake Passage so dangerous?

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

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

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

7. What do the men do to prepare for Shackleton's rescue attempt?

8. What is the condition of the men as they land on shore?

9. How does Shackleton organize the watch on the boat?

10. What is the condition of the men once they reach South Georgia Island?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Was Shackleton's expedition a success or failure? Why? Was Shackleton himself a success or failure for the expedition? Back up your answer using examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Why do you think men volunteered for the expedition? What are some reasons why someone might participate in spite of the danger involved? Do you think the men regretted their decision at any point in the events?

Essay Topic 3

The expedition has various encounters with animals throughout the events. Why are animals an important part of the events of the book? What dangers do the animals present? What benefits do the animals present? Do you agree with the decisions made by the expedition in regards to the animals present/encountered? Why or why not?

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