Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World

1. What did Antarctica used to be like a long time ago, before it became a cold, icy place?

• It was always covered in ice and snow.

• It was a warm place like a jungle, with big birds, sharks, and bugs.

• It was a large ocean with many islands.

  
  

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2. What was the name of Shackleton's ship, which was built to travel in very cold places?

• Discovery

• Adventure

• Endurance

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6. What was 'Mrs. Chippy' that the crew took with them on the Endurance?

• A type of food.

• The carpenter's cat.

• The captain of the ship.

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What did the crew call the whaling station harbor at South Georgia Island and why?

• "The Scent Bottle" because of the bad smell from the rotting whales.

• "The Dog House" because the sled dogs were very loud there.

• "The Ice Box" because it was the coldest place they had been.

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What did Mr. Shackleton do when people on the crew fought?

• He made them shake hands and work together, and he reminded them that their strength lays in unity.

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  He sent them back to England because he was tired of dealing with ignorant men.

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  He told them to ignore each other because working together even when you don't like someone never works.

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What did Winston Churchill say that allowed Mr. Shackleton and his crew to proceed with their trip?

• He sent a message saying it was okay for them to go and to proceed.

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  He sent a message requesting they postpone the trip.

• He sent a message asking them to join the army instead.

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