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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter V Looking for Annapurna.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Herzog decide on Annapurna instead of Dhaulagiri?
(a) When he found the Tilicho Pass.
(b) When his visitor told him that Dhaulagiri was extremely dangerous.
(c) When the reconnaissance team told him about the difficulties at Dhaulagiri.
(d) When climbers descending from Dhaulagiri told him how dangerous it was.

2. What did Herzog and his men decide after attempting to climb the East Glacier of Dhaulagiri?
(a) That it was a dead end.
(b) That it was too easy.
(c) That it was too difficult.
(d) That they should not separate from the others.

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

4. What did Herzog pack for sustenance on his way back to the camp at Tilicho Pass?
(a) Rice.
(b) Chocolate.
(c) Milk.
(d) Bread.

5. How long was the trek into Tukucha, Nepal?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Three weeks.
(c) One day.
(d) Four days.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many team members were involved in planning the expedition?

2. Which of the following approaches to Annapurna did Herzog explore himself?

3. What did Herzog and his team do during their first days in Tukucha?

4. Which of the following blocked the ridge to the peak of Dhaulagiri?

5. Who visited the climbers' camp?

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