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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XVI The Retreat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the Sherpas stay when Lachenal and Herzog stayed at Camp IV?
(a) At Base Camp.
(b) At Camp II.
(c) At Camp III.
(d) At Camp V.

2. Which of the following approaches to Annapurna did Herzog explore himself?
(a) Tukucha.
(b) The East Glacier.
(c) Manangbhot.
(d) The Tilicho Pass.

3. How did the altitude affect Herzog?
(a) He was not affected.
(b) He began to experience headaches.
(c) He was sleepy all the time.
(d) He was nauseous and dizzy.

4. Which of the following was positioned south of Herzog's exploratory expedition route?
(a) The Great Barrier.
(b) Dhaulagiri.
(c) Annapurna.
(d) The Tilicho Pass.

5. What did Herzog do when he returned to camp?
(a) Talked with the other climbers.
(b) Ate and slept.
(c) Returned to Manangbhot.
(d) Explored the route to Annapurna.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Ang-Tharkay's response?

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

3. How did Herzog feel about his team's chances of being able to summit?

4. What did Rebuffat and Terray insist upon doing?

5. What news did the Sherpa relay toHerzog as he was climbing along the Great Barrier?

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