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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summit: 3:40 p.m., May 10, 1996 - 29,028 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of role does Krakauer think Bourkeev sees himself as one of the guides?
(a) Technical
(b) Medical
(c) Tour guide
(d) Assisting

2. Harris and __________ are leading the group on the way to Camp Two.
(a) John Taske
(b) Rob Hall
(c) Beck Weathers
(d) John Krakauer

3. What does Krakauer develop as he is descending Icefall?
(a) Stiff legs
(b) Headache
(c) Blindness in one eye
(d) Stomachache

4. Who removes his mask and does not use it as they begin their descent?
(a) Scott Fischer
(b) Rob Hall
(c) Doug Hansen
(d) Andy Harris

5. What is the name of John Krakauer's wife?
(a) Linda
(b) Mary
(c) Lori
(d) Michelle

Short Answer Questions

1. What do some of the climbers unpack when they are getting ready for their first acclimatization climb, much to Krakauer's alarm?

2. How many camps are above Base Camp, according to Krakauer's description of the mountain?

3. What does Lopsang give to Fischer to help him feel better?

4. Who radios in that he is very tired when he is at the summit, then complains about how he doesn't feel well?

5. What is the name of the highest camp on Mount Everest?

(see the answer key)

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