Arctic Expedition: Following the Path of Sir John Franklin's Ill-Fated Journey

Arctic Expedition: Following the Path of Sir John Franklin's Ill-Fated Journey

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Interactive Video

Architecture, History

KG - University

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The video explores an expedition retracing Sir John Franklin's 1845 journey to uncover the mystery of the Northwest Passage. Starting at Victory Point, the team travels to Starvation Cove, using modern technology and inspired by Franklin's wife, Jane. The expedition aims to solve the mystery of Franklin's ill-fated journey.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of Sir John Franklin's expedition in 1845?

To establish a British colony in Canada

To map the Arctic coastline

To discover the Northwest Passage

To find new trade routes to Asia

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the modern expedition begin its journey?

Baffin Bay

King William Island

Starvation Cove

Hudson Bay

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was inspired by Jane Franklin to organize the modern expedition?

Rebecca Harris

John Franklin

Robert Peary

Ernest Shackleton

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technology is the team using to navigate their journey?

Satellite phones

Compass and maps

Drones

GPS technology

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the team hoping to achieve by following Franklin's path?

To find new Arctic wildlife

To solve the mystery of Franklin's expedition

To establish a new trade route

To create a documentary