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

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

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

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

5. Who radios in that he is very tired when he is at the summit, then complains about how he doesn't feel well?
(a) Doug Hansen
(b) Rob Hall
(c) Lopsang
(d) Scott Fischer

Short Answer Questions

1. The route on this first climb is over the Khumbu Glacier which is in the part called ________________.

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

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

4. What quality is Krakauer impressed with as the answer to #110 comes down the mountain?

5. Hall says it's actually easy to get up the mountain, "The trick is get down _________."

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