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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. The Icefall is a dangerous area that is laid out in ropes and _____________.
(a) Aluminum ladders
(b) Bridges
(c) Fishing lines
(d) Poles

2. Who is Krakauer impressed with in his group because he keeps up a steady pace?
(a) Rob Hall
(b) John Taske
(c) Doug Hansen
(d) Frank Fischbeck

3. Who looked to be the strongest, but is worn out by the quick pace at the start?
(a) Frank Fischbeck
(b) John Taske
(c) Stuart Hutchison
(d) Doug Hansen

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

5. What do some of the climbers unpack when they are getting ready for their first acclimatization climb, much to Krakauer's alarm?
(a) New boots
(b) White gear
(c) Thin jackets
(d) Fingerless gloves

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the part on the climb where the glacier fractures into large chunks?

2. What did Bourkeev do that necessitated that Fischer descend to help a client?

3. What is the name of the large chunks into which the glacier breaks?

4. Who removes his mask and does not use it as they begin their descent?

5. Who nearly collapses at the top of the Hillary Step when climbing on Mount Everest?

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