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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 quality is Krakauer impressed with as the answer to #110 comes down the mountain?
(a) His strength
(b) His determination
(c) His speed
(d) His discipline

2. The route on this first climb is over the Khumbu Glacier which is in the part called ________________.
(a) Icefall Danger
(b) Glacier Fall
(c) South Col
(d) Western Cwm

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

4. Who is coming down the mountain after traveling from sea level to the top of Everest?
(a) Kenneth Krupp
(b) Thomas Rightbody
(c) Goran Kropp
(d) Julian Methers

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Harris and __________ are leading the group on the way to Camp Two.

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

3. What does Krakauer develop as he is descending Icefall?

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

5. Who looked to be the strongest, but is worn out by the quick pace at the start?

(see the answer key)

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