1. What terrible thing happened to most of the dogsleds and rations on Mawson's quest?

2. What stores would you take if you were to go on an expedition like this?   Food-shelter-clothing-medical supplies.

3. Why do you think it is so difficult to travel in this climate?

4. What did Mawson do to overcome some problems on his sledging trek?   Lack of food - loss of shelter - loneliness etc

5.What artefact do you think Douglas Mawson would have left his family when he died ?

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