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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XX There Are Other Annapurnas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who went to help Herzog and Lachenal at the edge of the Sickle glacier?
(a) Sarki.
(b) Rebuffat.
(c) Schatz.
(d) Dr. Oudot.

2. How high had Herzog ascended when he cached equipment?
(a) 24,000 feet.
(b) 20,000 feet.
(c) 22,000 feet.
(d) 27,000 feet.

3. What did Herzog receive from a figure in his vision?
(a) A climbing rope.
(b) A wool cap.
(c) Gloves.
(d) An ice axe.

4. What was the author's role in the expedition?
(a) To lead the club.
(b) To arrange logistics.
(c) To assemble the team.
(d) To arrange the visas.

5. What did Herzog ask Lachenal and Terray to do?
(a) To obtain supplies.
(b) To take letters to Tukucha.
(c) To write to France with updates.
(d) To set up an advance camp.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Herzog say in response to Terray's offer?

2. What did Herzog reply when Lachenal asked him what he would do if he (Lachenal) were to turn back?

3. What did Herzog and his team do during their first days in Tukucha?

4. Which of the following areas served as a retreat for Herzog and his team?

5. Where did the climbers descend to after reuniting?

(see the answer key)

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