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

2. How high had Herzog ascended when he cached equipment?
(a) 20,000 feet.
(b) 24,000 feet.
(c) 27,000 feet.
(d) 22,000 feet.

3. 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.

4. What gear did Herzog lose after reaching the summit?
(a) His wool cap.
(b) His jacket.
(c) His boots.
(d) His gloves.

5. What news did the climbers from Dhaulagiri announce?
(a) That one of the members had nearly frozen.
(b) That there was a wide river to cross.
(c) That there was an impassable crevasse field.
(d) That they had found a way.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which of the following did Herzog compare the ascent?

2. Which of the following did Herzog find at Base Camp?

3. Where did Herzog and Lachenal spend the night after summitting?

4. What region were the climbers thinking about climbing?

5. What did Herzog learn about the weather?

(see the answer key)

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