Vocabulary
dangerous or full of risk.
What was the name of the route that Kim Hardt set off on? Hint: it is three words
Canning Stock Route
How old was Jake Denham when he went skiing on the mountain?
14 years old
What caused the miners to get trapped underground?
a small earthquake
A book was written about Todd and Brant's experience in the mine?
True
What is the definition of determined?
decided, certain
How long does it take to travel the route?
two to three weeks.
What state is Mount Bachelor located?
Oregon
What town and country was the gold mine located in?
Beaconsfield, Tasmania
According to the book, "It is important to be prepared when something goes wrong, but the most important thing is not to scream."
False, the most important thing is not to PANIC
What is the definition of convoy?
a group of vehicles traveling together.
What are three bad decisions that Kim Hardt made.
-He did not tell anyone where he was planning to go
-He went by himself
-He had no phone
-He had no GPS equipment
-He only had a small amount of food and water.
How did Jake get stuck on the mountain?
When he could not locate his lost ski, Jake decided to take off his remaining ski and walk down the mountain.
How long were the miners trapped underground?
14 days
"Stranded in the Desert" takes place in Austria?
False, Australia
What is the definition of predicament?
an unpleasant, difficult situation.
What lake did Kim Hardt get stuck by along his route?
Lake Disappointment.
How did Jake learn about his survival skills?
What is the name of the vehicle that Brant and Todd were in when they became trapped?
teleloader
A seismograph is an instrument used to feel earthquakes?
False, measuring and recording
What does GPS stand for?
Global Positioning System
Where was Kim Hardt from?
Germany
What did Jake use to help him find the right direction to go?
The North Star
Where is the cage full of rubble currently located?
at the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Center
False, it was used to cut through their clothing and boots to free themselves from the rubble.