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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. Krakauer sees a dead body wrapped in a ______________ as they are climbing their second acclimatization climb.
(a) Silver wrap
(b) Red sheet
(c) White sheet
(d) Blue sheet

2. Who was Hall's first partner when he began his climbing operation?
(a) Doug Hansen
(b) Andy Harris
(c) Greg Ball
(d) Scott Fischer

3. What is the name of Scott Fischer's climbing organization?
(a) Mountain Madness
(b) Adventure Galore
(c) Mountain Explorers
(d) Adventure Consultants

4. What is the acronym for the illness Topche comes down with?
(a) AST
(b) HACE
(c) APT
(d) HAPE

5. What does Krakauer help the Sherpas chop ice for when they get back to camp?
(a) The water supply
(b) The tents
(c) The bathrooms
(d) The meals

Short Answer Questions

1. Krakauer believes climbing Everest is not about the adrenaline rush, but it is 'more about ___________."

2. What causes the brain damage in the Sherpa?

3. Which of the guides have already become ill as a result of the conditions at Lobuje?

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

5. From whom does Rob Hall attract criticism?

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