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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter X The Sickle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following did Herzog do after Lachenal and Terry set out?
(a) Explored other routes.
(b) Read.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Laundry.

2. What prospect did Herzog explore when he broke the men into exploring teams?
(a) The north ridge of Dhaulagiri.
(b) The Dhaulagiri Glacier.
(c) The east ridge of Dhaulagiri.
(d) The north face of Annapurna.

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

4. How did Herzog feel about Lachenal and Rebuffat's plan?
(a) He was apprehensive.
(b) He was optimistic.
(c) He was depressed about the last option.
(d) He was waiting to hear from them before drawing any conclusion.

5. Which of the following did Dr. Oudot test on the climbers?
(a) Their tolerance for different drugs.
(b) Lung capacity.
(c) Memory.
(d) Coordination.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the climbers suffered a fall on the retreat above Camp II?

3. Who offered to lead Herzog and his team to the Tilicho Pass?

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

5. How high was Camp IV?

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