Greenland expedition, 1934, by French explorers - CU explorers looking at camera, huskies pull boat over land

Greenland expedition, 1934, by French explorers - CU explorers looking at camera, huskies pull boat over land

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Interactive Video

Geography, History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video describes Paul-Émile Victor's solitary winter in an Esquimau hut from 1936 to 1937. It details a reunion of the team at the base camp, with some arriving by kayak and others by sled. The journey's challenges, such as the dogs' discomfort with water, are highlighted. Team members Michel Pérez and Fred Mater are introduced, and the video concludes with the team's preparation for their return to Europe and the planning of a new expedition.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unique aspect of Paul-Émile Victor's winter stay from 1936 to 1937?

He stayed in a modern facility.

He wintered alone like an Eskimo.

He was accompanied by his family.

He stayed with a large team.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the team members reunite 100 kilometers from the base camp?

All arrived by sled.

All arrived by kayak.

They met at the base camp.

Two arrived by kayak, two by sled.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental condition allowed kayaks to float and sleds to glide?

Thick ice layers

Heavy snowfall

Midday warmth causing ice to be covered with water

Strong winds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the dogs to the water-covered ice?

They enjoyed swimming.

They tried to climb onto the kayaks.

They ran away from the water.

They played in the water.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were Michel Pérez and Fred Mater preparing for after returning to the base camp?

A vacation

A new expedition

A family reunion

A scientific conference