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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18, The Heights.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Rudi struggling under his burdens?
(a) He was weak.
(b) He was carrying the heaviest load.
(c) It had gotten warmer.
(d) They were too heavy.

2. What did Captain Winter remind Rudi of when he was climbing?
(a) A mountain lion.
(b) A cat.
(c) A man struggling with inanimate rock.
(d) A jousting warrior.

3. Who did Rudi suspect was the shadowy figure?
(a) His mother.
(b) Franz.
(c) Josef Matt.
(d) Captain Winter.

4. What time were the guides of Kurtal set to mobilize?
(a) Six.
(b) Seven.
(c) Four.
(d) Five.

5. What honor was bestowed upon Rudi?
(a) The lead position.
(b) The privilege of discussing the route with them.
(c) He was allowed one full tent on his own.
(d) He was allowed to decide the route.

Short Answer Questions

1. What mountain was used as a "practice mountain" by guides and visiting climbers?

2. How long would Rudi give himself to go up?

3. What must always come first in any situation?

4. What color did Rudy want his face to be?

5. What had happened when they had reached the snow slope?

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