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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IX Annapurna.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following did Herzog find at Base Camp?
(a) That the gear was still missing.
(b) That the weather was setting in.
(c) That the supplies had all arrived there.
(d) That there was not any food.

2. What factors hindered Herzog during his ascent?
(a) Dissension among the climbers.
(b) The altitude.
(c) Gear failures.
(d) Trouble with Sherpas.

3. What did Terray and Lachenal tell Herzog?
(a) That they could not find a way to get across a river.
(b) That they had encountered several dead ends.
(c) That they had found a possible route to Annapurna.
(d) That they needed supplies before continuing.

4. How did Herzog and Rebuffat set out to join their team?
(a) By dog sled.
(b) On foot.
(c) On skis.
(d) By horse.

5. What was the weather like when Herzog, Rebuffat, Terray and Schatz set out up the spur?
(a) Rain.
(b) Changeable.
(c) Snow.
(d) Fair.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements best reflects Rebuffat's thoughts on May 20 in relation to pressing on?

2. When did Herzog decide on Annapurna instead of Dhaulagiri?

3. How were the team members selected?

4. Where were all the supplies when Herzog and his team set up camp within view of Annapurna?

5. What did Herzog pack for sustenance on his way back to the camp at Tilicho Pass?

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