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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XVII In the Woods of Lete.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following did Lachenal and Rebuffat look for after Herzog returned from the spur?
(a) An escape route.
(b) A route through the Great Barrier.
(c) A route to a plateau.
(d) A route around the spur.

2. In addition to the party, how did Herzog and his team mark their celebration?
(a) By drinking and dancing with the Sherpas.
(b) By sleeping late the next day.
(c) By taking a day for reading and writing letters.
(d) By eating their reserve rations.

3. What did Herzog and his team meet to decide on May 14?
(a) Whether to abandon the trip.
(b) Which route to take.
(c) Where to get supplies.
(d) How to climb Dhaulagiri.

4. How long did Herzog have before the monsoon would reach the mountains?
(a) More than a month.
(b) A few days.
(c) A couple of weeks.
(d) A week, maybe two.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did Herzog have before the weather would set in?

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

3. What did Herzog ask Ang-Tharkay at Camp V?

4. Where did Herzog blaze a trail from Camp III?

5. What did Herzog and his team find when they reached the Pass?

(see the answer key)

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