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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 I.
(b) Manangbhot.
(c) Camp II.
(d) Camp III.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following was to take place in early June?

2. What did Herzog do to save time?

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

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

5. To which of the following did Herzog compare the ascent?

(see the answer key)

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