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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Southeast Ridge: May 10, 1996 - 27,600 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many times has Fischer climbed Mount Everest?
(a) 4
(b) 1
(c) 3
(d) 5

2. What is the answer to #93's other main role for Fischer's group?
(a) Guide
(b) End Climber
(c) Rope Expert
(d) Base Camp Manager

3. Where is Hall's group first flying to by helicopter before they begin their climb up the mountain?
(a) Tukha
(b) Nepal
(c) Lukla
(d) Katmandu

4. Who is critical of the treatment of the Sherpa by Fischer's medical team?
(a) Mike Groom
(b) John Krakauer
(c) Rob Hall
(d) Scott Fischer

5. From what country is the answer to #27?
(a) India
(b) United States
(c) New Zealand
(d) Kahzakstan

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Fischer climb Everest without in order to attract attention to his climbing skills and services?

2. Who led an effort to clean up Base Camp when it was dirty in the 70's and 80's?

3. Where do the climbers rest for two days after their first acclimatization climb?

4. What is the name of Scott Fischer's climbing organization?

5. Who is in charge of making medical decisions for Fischer's group, although she has no altitude experience?

(see the answer key)

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