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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XVI The Retreat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the climbers in Camp I share?
(a) Water.
(b) Champagne.
(c) Cake.
(d) Cognac and wine.

2. What did Herzog decide based on the information that Lachenal and Terray provided?
(a) To climb up the spur and make camp.
(b) To launch a summit bid.
(c) To keep exploring.
(d) To return for supplies.

3. Why was Herzog angry with Schatz?
(a) For having opened the emergency rations.
(b) For having descended alone.
(c) For having disobeyed him.
(d) For having injured himself.

4. What date did the porters begin to carry the entire expedition's gear down?
(a) June 9, 1950.
(b) May 31, 1950.
(c) May 27, 1950.
(d) June 19, 1950.

5. What was Herzog's condition during the descent?
(a) He was nauseous and had a headache.
(b) He was numb above his elbows and ankles.
(c) He could not feel his fingers or toes.
(d) He was disoriented.

Short Answer Questions

1. What news did Herzog receive from Sherpas?

2. How did Herzog and Rebuffat set out to join their team?

3. What were Herzog and Lachenal astounded to see on their way to Camp III?

4. To which of the following did Herzog compare Camp II?

5. Which of the following best describes the Miristi Khola?

(see the answer key)

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