Category 1
What was Ernest Shackleton's original goal when he set out on the Endurance? (key ideas and details R.2)
A. to search for treasure in the Weddell Sea
B. to cross Antarctica on foot
C. to find an old shipwreck
D. to build a base where people could live
B. to cross Antarctica on foot
What is the meaning of treacherous in the following sentence? “On January 3, 2019, another ship set off toward the treacherous Weddell Sea.” (vocabulary R.4)
A. calm
B. risky
C. beautiful
D. boring
B. risky
Which sentence best shows Shackleton’s determination? (text evidence R.1)
A. “‘She’s going, boys!’ he shouted.”
B. “Their chances of survival seemed nonexistent.”
C. “But Shackleton refused to let the team—or himself—give in to hopelessness.”
D. “By February 2022, they were back on the icebreaker ship, searching for the Endurance again.”
C. “But Shackleton refused to let the team—or himself—give in to hopelessness.”
Why was searching for the Endurance so difficult for Bound and his team? (key ideas and details R.2)
A. The wreck was protected by law and could not be touched.
B. No records existed about where the ship had sunk.
C. The ship was hidden under thick ice very deep in the sea.
D. The team did not have technology to help them.
C. The ship was hidden under thick ice very deep in the sea.
Which lines from the article support the answer to Question 4? Choose TWO. (text evidence R.1)
A. “At that depth, the near-freezing temperatures and crushing pressure make it impossible for human divers to survive.”
B. “During the colder months, from March to September, the entire sea freezes over completely.”
C. “This time, they had a new underwater drone that was attached to the ship with a cable so it could not get lost.”
D. “On March 5, 2022, Bound took a walk on the ice with Shears, the expedition leader.”
A. “At that depth, the near-freezing temperatures and crushing pressure make it impossible for human divers to survive.”
B. “During the colder months, from March to September, the entire sea freezes over completely.”
Which theme is shown in the journeys of both Bound and Shackleton? (theme R.2)
A. Modern technology makes exploring simple and risk-free.
B. Strong determination can help people overcome even the toughest challenges.
C. Good leaders control others through fear.
D. Explorers are mainly motivated by fame and wealth.
B. Strong determination can help people overcome even the toughest challenges.
What does the section “Crushed Dreams” reveal about the kind of person Ernest Shackleton was? (inference, text evidence, explanatory writing R.1, W.2)
The section “Crushed Dreams” reveals that Ernest Shackleton was a courageous and optimistic person. Friedman describes how Shackleton’s ship was trapped for months on end and eventually sank, forcing his crew to camp on the ice with a nonexistent chance for survival. Despite these challenges, however, Shackleton refused to give up hope and he courageously fought for their survival by venturing into the most dangerous sea on Earth in a small lifeboat to find help and rescue his crew. This shows Shackleton’s courage and optimism—two qualities that made him a great leader.
How do the photos and captions in the article enhance your understanding of the article? Include examples to support your response. (text evidence, explanatory writing R.1, W.2)
The article includes photos and captions that help engage readers and enhance the readers’ understanding of the article. The photos of the ocean ice help readers picture the extreme weather conditions and difficulties of navigation in the area. The captions give additional details on the experience of Shackleton and his crew. Finally, the photos of the shipwreck bring Bound’s search to life.
What was the motivation behind Ernest Shackleton’s 1914 expedition? (key ideas and details, R.2)
A. to find the Endurance, which had sunk to the bottom of the ocean
B. to become the first explorer to cross Antarctica on foot
C. to establish a base where people could live in Antarctica
D. to rescue stranded sailors from a previous expedition
B. to become the first explorer to cross Antarctica on foot
Author Allison Friedman writes, “On January 3, 2019, another ship set off toward the treacherous Weddell Sea.” Which is the definition of treacherous? (text evidence, R.1)
A. filled with beauty and mystery
B. extremely dangerous and unpredictable
C. too remote to be mapped
D. harsh but easily conquered
C. too remote to be mapped
Which line best demonstrates Shackleton’s refusal to give in to despair?(text evidence, R.1)
A. “‘She’s going, boys!’ he shouted.”
B. “Their chances of survival seemed nonexistent.”
C. “But Shackleton refused to let the team—or himself—give in to hopelessness.”
D. “By February 2022, they were back on the icebreaker ship, searching for the Endurance again.”
C. “But Shackleton refused to let the team—or himself—give in to hopelessness.”
Which factor made locating the wreck of the Endurance especially difficult for Bound’s team?(key ideas and details, R.2)
A. The ship was protected by law, and search vessels were restricted from entering the area.
B. The location of the shipwreck had never been recorded.
C. The ship lay deep beneath shifting ice floes in one of the harshest seas on Earth.
D. Bound’s team had limited technology
C. The ship lay deep beneath shifting ice floes in one of the harshest seas on Earth.
Which details support the answer to Question 4? Choose TWO. (text evidence, R.1)
A. “At that depth, the near-freezing temperatures and crushing pressure make it impossible for human divers to survive.”
B. “During the colder months, from March to September, the entire sea freezes over completely.”
C. “This time, they had a new underwater drone that was attached to the ship with a cable so it could not get lost.”
D. “On March 5, 2022, Bound took a walk on the ice with Shears, the expedition leader.”
A. “At that depth, the near-freezing temperatures and crushing pressure make it impossible for human divers to survive.”
B. “During the colder months, from March to September, the entire sea freezes over completely.”
In what way does the discovery of the Endurance highlight the central theme of the article? (theme, R.2)
A. It suggests that modern technology has removed the risks from exploration.
B. It reinforces the idea that determination and bravery lead to success.
C. It proves that Shackleton’s journey ultimately failed, despite its fame.
D. It emphasizes the dangers of polar travel
B. It reinforces the idea that determination and bravery lead to success.
What parallels does Friedman draw between Shackleton and Bound in the section “Crushed Dreams”? (text structure, text evidence, explanatory writing; R.5, R.1, W.2)
In the section “Crushed Dreams,” Friedman draws parallels between Shackleton’s failed expedition and Bound’s failed attempt to find the Endurance in 2019. The section recounts Shackleton’s struggles as his ship was trapped for months on end and eventually sank, forcing him to abandon his goal of crossing Antarctica. Despite his crew’s dire circumstances, Shackleton refused to give up and courageously pressed onward to fight for their survival. Similarly, Bound failed in his first search attempt, but remained determined to press onward, inspired by Shackleton’s resilience and optimism.
How do the text features enhance your understanding of the article? Include examples to support your response. (text features, text evidence; R.7, R.1)
he article includes text features that help engage readers and enhance the readers’ understanding of the article. The map helps readers understand the extreme remote location of the expeditions. The photos of the ocean ice help readers picture the extreme weather conditions and difficulties of navigation in the area. Finally, the photos of the shipwreck bring Bound’s search to life.
Which word below is most similar in meaning to seasoned?
a. experienced
b. inexperienced
a. experienced
Which is most likely to be scrutinized?
a. a politician’s social media account
b. a toddler’s coloring book
a. a politician’s social media account
Which of the following is correct?
a. Fortitude involves fear.
b. Fortitude involves strength.
b. Fortitude involves strength.
To venture is to take part in a task or activity that involves __________.
a. certainty
b. risk
b. risk
When something is scrutinized, it is __________.
a. glanced at
b. examined
b. examined
Which experience might require fortitude to get through?
a. A team has lost the first three games of a tournament and has one left.
b. Your friend has asked if you’d help her bake cupcakes for next week’s bake sale.
a. A team has lost the first three games of a tournament and has one left.
Why might a planet be uninhabited?
a. The water is pure.
b. There’s no oxygen to breathe.
c. The soil is rich for growing crops.
b. There’s no oxygen to breathe.
Which experience sounds harrowing?
a. walking through a park with friends
b. walking through a haunted house alone
b. walking through a haunted house alone
What was the title of our story? Who was the author?
"Searching for the Lost Ship" by Allison Friedman