Tom Crean Discovery Quiz

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    Near what village in Co. Kerry was Tom Crean born?

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Explore the adventurous life of Tom Crean through the Tom Crean Discovery Quiz. Test your knowledge on his origins, naval career, critical roles in Antarctic expeditions, and notable achievements. Ideal for learners interested in historical explorations and survival stories.

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  • 2. 

    In November 1902 Tom Crean was part of a 12 man team that succeeded in which of the following?

    • Discovering the Beardmore Glacier

    • Scaling Mount Erebus

    • Capturing an Emperor Penguin

    • Setting a new Furthest South record.

    Correct Answer
    A. Setting a new Furthest South record.
    Explanation
    On Nov. 11 1902 the Barne party passed 78°50'S, the previous furthest south point, which was set by Carsten Borchgrevink in 1900.

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  • 3. 

    What did Tom Crean smuggle aboard the Terra Nova before it departed for Antarctica?

    • Tobacco

    • Whiskey

    • A rabbit

    • Ernest Shackleton

    Correct Answer
    A. A rabbit
    Explanation
    The rabbit gave birth to 17 offspring, which Crean handed out as presents.

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  • 4. 

    Tom Crean was one of six men who left Elephant Island to sail across the Weddell Sea to South Georgia on what vessel?

    • The Dudely Docker

    • The James Caird

    • The Stancomb Wills

    • The Endurance

    Correct Answer
    A. The James Caird
    Explanation
    The men somehow survived an 800 mile journey, across the most violent stretch of water in the world in an open lifeboat, and weathered a hurricane along the way.

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  • 5. 

    What medal was Tom Crean awarded for his role in saving the life of Lt. Edward Evans?

    • George Medal

    • Albert Medal

    • Charles Medal

    • Edward Medal

    Correct Answer
    A. Albert Medal
    Explanation
    Crean had walked the last 35 miles of a 1,500 mile trip, alone, in 18 hours and raised a rescue party for the stricken Evans.

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  • 6. 

    In 1906 Captain Scott asked Tom Crean to join him aboard which ship?

    • Bulwark

    • Victorious

    • Albemarle

    • Essex

    Correct Answer
    A. Victorious
    Explanation
    Crean would serve on all four of the above ships with Scott, before they departed for Antarctica on the Terra Nova.

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  • 7. 

    How many Polar Medals was Tom Crean awarded?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 4

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    Tom Crean was awarded three Polar Medals. This indicates that he had made significant contributions to polar exploration. The Polar Medal is a prestigious award given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in polar expeditions. Crean's multiple awards suggest that he had participated in multiple expeditions and had played a crucial role in each of them. This recognition highlights his bravery, endurance, and dedication to exploring the polar regions.

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  • 8. 

    "Crean is perfectly happy, ready to do anything and go anywhere, the harder the work the better.."Who said this of Tom Crean?

    • Ernest Shackleton

    • Frank Worsley

    • Cherry Apsley Garrard

    • Robert Falcon Scott

    Correct Answer
    A. Robert Falcon Scott
    Explanation
    From Scott's letter to his wife Kathleen, prior to their departure on the Southern Journey, October 1911.

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  • 9. 

    What song was Tom Crean remembered for singing, especially in times of extreme peril?

    • Danny Boy

    • Molly Malone

    • It's A Long Way To Tipperary

    • The Wearing O' The Green

    Correct Answer
    A. The Wearing O' The Green
    Explanation
    Tom Crean, an Irish explorer, was known for singing "The Wearing O' The Green" especially in times of extreme peril. This song is a traditional Irish ballad that became associated with Irish nationalism. It was often sung by Irish soldiers and explorers to boost morale and maintain a sense of national identity during challenging times.

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  • 10. 
    Tom Crean stands on the extreme left of this picture. On what expedition was it taken? - ProProfs

    Tom Crean stands on the extreme left of this picture. On what expedition was it taken?

    • The Discovery Expedition

    • The Terra Nova Expedition

    • The Endurance Expedition

    Correct Answer
    A. The Terra Nova Expedition
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Terra Nova Expedition. This can be inferred from the fact that Tom Crean is standing on the extreme left of the picture. Tom Crean was a member of the Terra Nova Expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott, which took place from 1910 to 1913. The expedition aimed to reach the South Pole, but unfortunately, Scott and his team perished on their return journey.

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  • 11. 

    On what ship did Tom Crean, Shackleton and Worsley rescue the men from Elephant Island?

    • Yelcho

    • Southern Sky

    • Instituto de Pesca No 1

    • Emma

    Correct Answer
    A. Yelcho
    Explanation
    Crean, Shackleton and Worsley had tried and failed to reach the men on all three other ships, before finally succeeding on the Yelcho.

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  • 12. 

    Tom Crean volunteered to replace a deserter from the crew of Scott's expedition ship Discovery. What was the deserter's name?

    • Robert Evans

    • Teddy Harrison

    • Harry Baker

    • Bobby Knowles

    Correct Answer
    A. Harry Baker
    Explanation
    Harry Baker was involved in an altercation with an officer, and fled rather than face punishment. Scott approached Captain Rich, of the Ringarooma looking for a replacement.

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  • 13. 
    Tom Crean is pictured on the left, exercising ponies on the Terra Nova Expedition in the winter of 1911. Who is standing to his right? - ProProfs

    Tom Crean is pictured on the left, exercising ponies on the Terra Nova Expedition in the winter of 1911. Who is standing to his right?

    • Edgar Evans

    • Lawrence Oates

    • Edward Evans

    • Henry Bowers

    Correct Answer
    A. Edgar Evans
    Explanation
    In the given picture, Tom Crean is shown on the left side. Based on this information, we can infer that the person standing to his right would be Edgar Evans.

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  • 14. 

    In what year did Tom Crean retire from the Navy?

    • 1919

    • 1922

    • 1921

    • 1920

    Correct Answer
    A. 1920
    Explanation
    Tom Crean retired in 1920 after suffering a serious fall while serving in the Navy.

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  • 15. 

    On what ship did Tom Crean start his naval career?

    • Ringarooma

    • Terra Nova

    • Discovery

    • Impregnable

    Correct Answer
    A. Impregnable
    Explanation
    Tom Crean's naval career began aboard the training ship HMS Impregnable, which was a wooden battleship built in 1860.

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  • 16. 

    What was the name of the lifeboat Tom Crean captained, on the voyage to Elephant Island?

    • Stancomb Wills

    • Dudley Docker

    • James Caird

    • Ocean Quest

    Correct Answer
    A. Stancomb Wills
    Explanation
    Shackleton had assigned Hubert Hudson the job of captaining the vessel, but Crean took over as Hudson's mental and physical condition deteriorated.

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  • 17. 

    What was the last ship Tom Crean served on ?

    • Invincible

    • Sussex

    • Hecla

    • Essex

    Correct Answer
    A. Hecla
    Explanation
    Tom Crean served on the ship Hecla.

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  • 18. 
    Who is pictured with Tom Crean? - ProProfs

    Who is pictured with Tom Crean?

    • Henry Bowers

    • Alfred Cheetham

    • Edgar Evans

    • Patrick Keohane

    Correct Answer
    A. Alfred Cheetham
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Alfred Cheetham because he is the person pictured with Tom Crean.

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