Lessons from the Shackleton Expedition (Review)

What was the name of Ernest Shackleton's vessel?

• Discovery

• Endurance

• Resolution

• Adventure

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In which year did Shackleton and his sailors start their trip to Antarctica?

• 1912

• 1914

• 1916

• 1918

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Why did some people advise Shackleton not to sail to Antarctica?

• Because of the ice and the weather

• Because of a lack of supplies

• Because of a war

• Because of a broken ship

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What did Shackleton do to help his sailors manage the terrible situation when the Endurance was stuck in ice?

• He ignored the situation

• He established a routine and encouraged games and conversation

• He left them to find help immediately

• He ordered them to sleep all day

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What happened to the Endurance in October 1915?

• It reached Antarctica

• It sank

• It was repaired

• It was attacked by pirates

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How did Shackleton and his sailors survive after the Endurance sank?

• They built a new ship

• They lived on the ice

• They swam to safety

• They were rescued immediately

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What was Shackleton's main goal after the Endurance sank?

• To find treasure

• To get his men home safely

• To continue the expedition

• To build a new ship

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What can today's leaders learn from Shackleton's leadership?

• To always follow the original plan

• To change goals when necessary and take care of their team

• To never take risks

• To prioritize personal success over team safety

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