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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Storm at the Summit.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his climbing rhythm, Joe says to look at what?
(a) Your feet.
(b) The ice axe.
(c) The ice.
(d) Your watch.

2. What side of Siula Grande do Joe and Simon have the ambition to conquer?
(a) The South Face.
(b) The West Face.
(c) The East Face.
(d) The North Face.

3. What do the climbers call their melted-snow drinks?
(a) Brews.
(b) Shots.
(c) Petrols.
(d) Meltwaters.

4. What animals do the climbers use to transport their gear to base camp?
(a) Mules.
(b) Donkeys.
(c) Yaks.
(d) Llamas.

5. What object does Joe have trouble with in the beginning of the story?
(a) His tent.
(b) His crampons.
(c) His rucksack.
(d) The petrol stove.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is a Karrimat?

3. What is another word for "abseil"?

4. How are Joe and Ian rescued?

5. Where does Richard sleep on the way up to base camp?

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