The Polar Academy: Arctic Adventure Quiz
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What is the purpose of the Polar Academy?

  • To provide motivational talks in schools
  • To train and send teenagers on expeditions in extreme environments (correct)
  • To offer outdoor activities to teenagers
  • To replace expedition team members
  • Who is the founder of the Polar Academy?

  • Teenagers who have participated in the expeditions
  • Craig Mathieson (correct)
  • A group of Scottish explorers
  • Teachers involved in the selection process
  • How many students are selected to join the expedition team?

  • Ten (correct)
  • Twenty
  • Five
  • Fifteen
  • What is the duration of the expedition in Greenland?

    <p>Ten days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Craig Mathieson select students for the Polar Academy?

    <p>In collaboration with teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the Polar Academy's leadership team?

    <p>To increase students' self-confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Craig look for in the potential expedition members during the selection process?

    <p>Their ability to control fear and show self-confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the students expected to complete a tough hike in the hills with Craig and his team?

    <p>To test their physical fitness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ten months of intense training for the students?

    <p>To develop their physical fitness and ability to work effectively as a team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has the Polar Academy been the subject of, according to the text?

    <p>A TV documentary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    About the Polar Academy

    • The Polar Academy is an organization that takes young people on an expedition to Greenland to help them build confidence, resilience, and leadership skills.

    Founder and Team Selection

    • The founder of the Polar Academy is Craig Mathieson.
    • Only 10 students are selected to join the expedition team.

    Expedition Details

    • The duration of the expedition in Greenland is not specified.

    Student Selection Process

    • Craig Mathieson selects students for the Polar Academy through a rigorous process.
    • He looks for students who are resilient, determined, and willing to push themselves out of their comfort zones.
    • As part of the selection process, students are expected to complete a tough hike in the hills with Craig and his team to test their endurance.

    Training and Objectives

    • The main objective of the Polar Academy's leadership team is to build confident, resilient, and responsible young leaders.
    • The purpose of the ten months of intense training for the students is to prepare them for the expedition and build their leadership skills.

    Reputation

    • The Polar Academy has been the subject of a documentary, according to the text.

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    Test your knowledge about the Polar Academy and its unique program that offers teenagers the opportunity to embark on an Arctic expedition in Greenland. Discover more about the challenges and experiences of the participants in this extraordinary adventure.

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