Ben Carlin's epic journey, the man who drove the oceans in an amphibious vehicle

The video tells the story of Ben Carlin, who embarked on a daring journey to circle the world in an amphibious vehicle called the Half Safe. Despite numerous challenges, including mechanical failures and personal hardships, Ben completed the journey in 1958, setting a record that stood for 60 years. His adventure was driven by a desire to prove himself, navigating by the stars without modern technology. Although he never achieved lasting fame, his journey remains a testament to human determination and adventure.

What was Ben Carlin's initial career attempt before his famous journey?

• He was a teacher.

• He mined for gold.

• He was a sailor.

• He worked in a factory.

What was the name of the vehicle Ben Carlin used for his journey?

• The Ocean Explorer

• The Half Safe

• The Water Jeep

• The Sea Rover

Why did Ben and Eleanor stop in England for four years?

• They wanted to explore Europe.

• They were invited to a royal event.

• They needed to rebuild their vehicle and earn money.

• They were waiting for better weather conditions.

What was one of the major challenges Ben faced while driving through the Middle East?

• Frequent vehicle breakdowns

• Lack of food supplies

• Language barriers

• Extreme heat inside the vehicle

What was a significant reason Ben Carlin did not achieve lasting fame?

• There was no deeper purpose to his journey.

• He refused to share his story.

• He did not complete the journey.

• He lost all his records.