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.

  
  

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

• Discovery

• Adventure

• Endurance

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.

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.

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.

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.