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Home of the Blizzard by Douglas Mawson
  • 1. Who is the author of 'Home of the Blizzard'?
A) Robert Falcon Scott
B) Ernest Shackleton
C) Douglas Mawson
D) Frank Wild
  • 2. What year did Mawson's Antarctic expedition begin?
A) 1911
B) 1907
C) 1910
D) 1912
  • 3. Which continent is the setting of 'Home of the Blizzard'?
A) Europe
B) North America
C) Antarctica
D) Australia
  • 4. What did Mawson primarily document in his book?
A) Different explorers' tales
B) The flora and fauna of Antarctica
C) Historical battles
D) His experiences and challenges
  • 5. In what capacity did Mawson serve during the expedition?
A) Supplies manager
B) Navigator
C) Leader
D) Chief cook
  • 6. Which animals were often found in the Antarctic region that Mawson observed?
A) Bears and wolves
B) Monkeys and tigers
C) Penguins and seals
D) Deer and foxes
  • 7. What was the primary goal of Mawson's expedition?
A) Finding new trade routes
B) Scientific research
C) Exploring the North Pole
D) Establishing a new colony
  • 8. What device did Mawson use for navigation?
A) An astrolabe
B) A compass
C) A GPS unit
D) A sextant
  • 9. What was a major physical challenge faced by Mawson's team?
A) Dehydration
B) Frostbite and hypothermia
C) Altitude sickness
D) Heat exhaustion
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