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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 areas served as a retreat for Herzog and his team?
(a) Camp III.
(b) Camp I.
(c) Camp II.
(d) Manangbhot.

2. Whom did Herzog send to look for the Tilicho Pass?
(a) Lachenal and Rebuffat.
(b) Couzy and Schatz.
(c) Schatz and the Nepalese guide.
(d) Couzy and Terray.

3. Why did Herzog and his team celebrate with a party on May 24?
(a) They were celebrating the progress that they had made.
(b) They were celebrating Herzog's birthday.
(c) They were celebrating a French holiday.
(d) They were celebrating having discovered a promising route.

4. What were Herzog and his team prevented from doing because of the weather?
(a) Getting word of their progress back to France.
(b) Returning to Manangbhot for gear.
(c) Establishing Camp II.
(d) Establishing Camp III.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In addition to the party, how did Herzog and his team mark their celebration?

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

3. How high was Camp IV?

4. Where did Herzog and Rebuffat camp on May 19?

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

(see the answer key)

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