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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through South Col: 7:30 a.m., May 11, 1996 - 26,000 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is NOT one of the climbers that decides to turn back when they realize they will reach the summit later than they should?
(a) Stuart Hutchison
(b) John Taske
(c) Doug Hansen
(d) Lou Kasischke

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

4. What does Krakauer notice about the Sherpas' culture when they arrive in Namche?
(a) American clothing and movies
(b) How many there are
(c) How disrespectful they are
(d) How old they are

5. Where does Krakauer land when he arrives in Nepal?
(a) Bangladesh
(b) Katmandu
(c) Tanuku
(d) Bangalore

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the Surveyor General of India that names the peak Mount Everest?

2. How many people in Hall's group (besides Hall) have ever climbed above 8,000 feet?

3. Who is the inexperienced climber that made it to the top of Everest with a guide?

4. What role is Krakauer becoming less comfortable in, as the climbers in his group have not been told of the actual reason for his presence?

5. Who gives a call to Groom, telling him to call off the climb?

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