Robyn Davidson's Journey Insights

Robyn Davidson's Journey Insights

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Geography, History, Social Studies, Life Skills

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

Rick Smolan recounts his assignment to document Robyn Davidson's journey across the Australian desert with camels. Despite initial skepticism, Robyn's determination and unique experiences, including her bond with her dog Diggity and interactions with Aboriginal communities, captivated audiences. Her story, captured in the book 'Tracks', became a global sensation, highlighting themes of courage and self-discovery.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Rick Smolan's initial assignment in Australia?

To document a camel race

To photograph Aborigines for Time magazine

To write a book about the outback

To film a documentary about wildlife

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Robyn Davidson plan to fund her journey?

With support from National Geographic

By crowdfunding

Through a government grant

By selling photographs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Diggity play in Robyn's journey?

A source of food

A burden and distraction

A guide and protector

A means of transportation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused the media frenzy during Robyn's journey?

A public announcement by Robyn

A false report of her being missing

A press release by National Geographic

A documentary film crew

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Robyn's journey?

She decided to live with the Aborigines

She abandoned the journey halfway

She completed the journey and wrote a bestselling book

She was rescued by a helicopter