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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 best describes the Miristi Khola?
(a) A river.
(b) A mountain.
(c) A mountain pass.
(d) A town.

2. How did Herzog cope with his fear on the way out of the climb?
(a) By talking with Lachenal about his pain.
(b) By praying.
(c) By putting himself in a semi-conscious state.
(d) By singing.

3. What did Herzog ask Ang-Tharkay at Camp V?
(a) To take more supplies to Camp V.
(b) To summit with him and Lachenal.
(c) To send news to France.
(d) To carry a message to Terray at Camp III.

4. Which of the following passes afforded Herzog and his team access to Annapurna?
(a) The Annapurna Pass.
(b) The Tukucha Pass.
(c) The Tilicho Pass.
(d) The Angawa Pass.

5. What did Herzog and his team find in Manangbhot?
(a) News of the Tilicho Pass.
(b) No supplies, and no news of Annapurna.
(c) Directions to Annapurna.
(d) News from France.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Lachenal's condition?

2. What was the author's role in the expedition?

3. What did Herzog say in response to Terray's offer?

4. How were the team members selected?

5. What type of work did people in Tukucha primarily do?

(see the answer key)

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