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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What animal is in relative abundance on the island?
(a) Walrus
(b) Reindeer
(c) Seals
(d) Rabbits

2. What does the crew realize as they make their way with the sledges?
(a) They are only five miles from Paulet Island
(b) Substantive movement by sledge is simply impossible
(c) The ice floe they are on is shrinking
(d) They will need to leave the dogs behind

3. About how wide are the boats?
(a) Two feet
(b) Fifteen feet
(c) Six feet
(d) Ten feet

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which crew member refuses to work?

2. For what are the dogs used?

3. What do the men name the camp they create after trying the sledges for the first time?

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

5. What begins to build up around the Endurance that worries the men?

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