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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VIII The Spur.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following was positioned south of Herzog's exploratory expedition route?
(a) Dhaulagiri.
(b) The Great Barrier.
(c) Annapurna.
(d) The Tilicho Pass.

2. Whom did Herzog send to look for the Tilicho Pass?
(a) Schatz and the Nepalese guide.
(b) Couzy and Schatz.
(c) Lachenal and Rebuffat.
(d) Couzy and Terray.

3. Which of the following did Herzog have to cross in order to get supplies at Manangbhot?
(a) A river.
(b) A pass.
(c) A frozen lake.
(d) A crevasse field.

4. Which of the following did Herzog do after Lachenal and Terry set out?
(a) Read.
(b) Explored other routes.
(c) Laundry.
(d) Sleep.

5. How were the team members selected?
(a) Based on financial capability.
(b) Based on experience and ability to function.
(c) Based on level of ambition and talent.
(d) Based on diversity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Herzog and his team meet to decide on May 14?

2. Which of the following actions did the climbers commit themselves to do via oath?

3. Where and when does 'Annapurna' begin?

4. What did Herzog and his men decide after attempting to climb the East Glacier of Dhaulagiri?

5. How long was the trek into Tukucha, Nepal?

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