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Read about Shackleton's Antarctic expedition.
Explore the spirit of adventure.
Infer character traits and emotions.
Guess the meaning of phrases according to the context.
For a dangerous journey: small wages, bitter cold, long months of
complete darkness, constant danger, and safe return uncertain.
Honor and reward will follow if it is successful.
1.According to the advertisement, what kind of men was Shackleton looking for?
Men who didn’t mind the wages and difficulties and had great
perseverance.
2. Would you like to join an expedition like this? Why or why not?
Yes. Because I love adventures and challenges.
No. Because I hate taking risks and besides, I value my life.
1.How did Blackborow come to join the expedition?
He secretly went aboard the ship and hid in a small cupboard.
2.Why was the author turned down when he applied to join the expedition?
He was young and wasn’t qualified.
3. What supplies didn’t the crew rescue when the ship was crushed?
Most of their personal belongings including gold.
4. What was the purpose of Shackleton’s leaving for South Georgia Island?
He went to seek for rescue.
