Based on the excerpt, the most accurate conclusion is that Scott and his men were saddened. The passage expresses a feeling of disappointment upon discovering that the Norwegians had reached the South Pole first, and Scott reflects on his "terrible disappointment" regarding this outcome. There is no indication of delirium or shame in the text; rather, it conveys a sense of loss and the burden of having to return home after such a challenging expedition.
Read the following text from a journal. This excerpt is about Captain Robert Scott's expedition to the South Pole.
We marched on, found that it was a black flag tied to a sledge bearer; near by the remaining camp; sledge tracks and ski tracks going and coming and the clear trace of dogs' paws—many dogs. This told us the whole story. The Norwegians have forestalled us and are first at the Pole. It is a terrible disappointment, and I am very sorry for my loyal companions. Many thoughts come and much discussion have we had. To-morrow we must march on to the Pole and then hasten home with all the speed we can compass. All the day dreams must go: it will be a wearisome return.
From Robert Falcon Scott, Journals: Captain Scott's Last Expedition.
Based on this excerpt, what can you conclude about Captain Robert Scott's expedition to the South Pole?
Scott and his men were saddened.
Scott and his men were delirious.
Scott and his men were ashhamed
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