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RESEARCH IN A COLD CLIMATE

RESEARCH IN A COLD CLIMATE

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video describes an Antarctic expedition involving two Australian scouts, Dennis Butcher and Peter Spraggon, who join scientists on a mission to relieve personnel on Macquarie Island. Despite being summer, temperatures remain harsh. The research focuses on astronomy, weather, and biology, including studying penguins and sea elephants. The video offers a perspective on coping with extreme climates, suggesting that considering Antarctic summer can make one feel better about winter.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the two Queen scouts from Australia that joined the Antarctic expedition?

Peter Spraggon and John Smith

Dennis Butcher and Peter Spraggon

Philip Daugherty and Peter Spraggon

Dennis Butcher and Philip Daugherty

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main objective of the expedition to Macquarie Island?

To relieve the scientists on the island

To study the local wildlife

To explore new territories

To build a new research base

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the typical summer temperature in Antarctica?

Around 60 Fahrenheit

Rarely above 30 Fahrenheit

Below 0 Fahrenheit

Above 50 Fahrenheit

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main research areas on Macquarie Island?

Physics and chemistry

Geology and oceanography

Astronomy and weather

Botany and zoology

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous advice is given for dealing with the Antarctic weather?

Move to a warmer place

Shut your eyes to it

Wear more layers

Drink hot beverages

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