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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On the Edge.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What device does Joe wish they had in their possession as they descend from the summit of Siula Grande?
(a) A GPS.
(b) A satellite phone.
(c) A compass.
(d) A flare gun.

2. Joe is thrilled at the prospect of achieving what?
(a) A base jump.
(b) His father's dream.
(c) A solo climb.
(d) A first ascent.

3. What does Joe mean by a "tortured" cornice?
(a) Abused.
(b) Pummeled by snow and wind.
(c) Twisted and distorted.
(d) Ugly.

4. What is Joe doing in the opening scene?
(a) Lying in his sleeping bag.
(b) Climbing.
(c) Snoring.
(d) Drinking tea.

5. When referring to their experience on the ridge, Simon tells Joe that he is...
(a) Not recalling what happened.
(b) Ready to do it again.
(c) Freaked out.
(d) Disoriented.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the elevation of Siula Grande?

2. What is the name of the rock that Joe and Ian climb?

3. How does Joe describe Simon's eyes?

4. What is a "Friend"?

5. On their first night on Siula Grande, what do Joe and Simon sleep in?

(see the answer key)

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