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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following blocked the ridge to the peak of Dhaulagiri?
(a) Cols.
(b) Crevasses.
(c) Seracs.
(d) Cliffs.

3. Who was in favor of continuing on, after Herzog, Rebuffat, Terray and Schatz reached a wide ledge on May 20?
(a) Schatz.
(b) Herzog.
(c) Terray.
(d) Rebuffat.

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

5. What did Herzog and his team find when they reached the Pass?
(a) A col.
(b) A serac.
(c) A lake, and another pass.
(d) A crevasse field.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what way did Herzog demonstrate his leadership and prowess?

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

3. What did Herzog and his men decide after attempting to climb the East Glacier of Dhaulagiri?

4. How did Herzog feel about Lachenal and Rebuffat's plan?

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

(see the answer key)

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