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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.
Give two ways in which Bound and Shackleton's expeditions were similar.
Answers will vary
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 article reveal about the kind of person Ernest Shackleton was?
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.
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
B. extremely dangerous and unpredictable
Give two ways that Bound and Shackleton's expeditions were different.
Answers will vary
What does the word "Artifacts" mean in the following sentence: “The images revealed a fascinating collection of artifacts: the ship’s wheel, plates and pots, leather boots.”
A. ancient
B. Pottery made by humans in the past
C. Man made objects that teach about the past
D. Objects made by nature that show the past
C. Man made objects that teach about the past
Give two character traits that could describe Mensun Bound.
brave, determined, smart, resilient
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 type of nonfiction text structure is this article written in? Tell how you know.
Compare and Contrast- comparing and contrasting the two explorer's expeditions
Cause and Effect- showing the sinking of the ship and what came out of that happening
How do text features (like headings, captions, diagrams, maps, and photos) help readers better understand nonfiction texts? Use an example to support your answer.
Text features help readers understand nonfiction by making information clearer and easier to find. Headings, pictures, and captions explain important details and help readers visualize the topic. For example, a map can show where an event happened. Overall, text features make nonfiction easier to understand.
Which word below is most similar in meaning to expedition?
a. journey
b. exciting
c. hesitate
a. journey
Explain why Mensun Bound and his crew did not find the Endurance during their first expedition.
They lost the drone underwater.
Which of the following is correct?
a. Blizzards are dangerous snow storms
b. Blizzards are dangerous ice storms
c. Blizzards are never dangerous
d. Blizzards are dangerous snow and ice storms
d. Blizzards are dangerous snow and ice storms
“The crew began a long journey to explore Antarctica and make history.”
Which word best fits this sentence?
A. Preserved
B. Blizzard
C. Expedition
D. Drone
When something is scrutinized, it is __________.
a. glanced at
b. examined
b. examined
This word means large pieces of ice floating on the surface of the ocean.
floes
The robot searched the ocean floor using sound to locate the wreck. What was the robot using?
Sonar
The ship was upright on the seafloor and beautifully kept in good condition. What vocab word best describes the condition of the ship?
preserved
What was the title of our story? Who was the author?
"Searching for the Lost Ship" by Allison Friedman