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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Everest Base Camp: April 12, 1996 - 17,600 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the large chunks into which the glacier breaks?
(a) Richets
(b) Slomas
(c) Seracs
(d) Stalagmites

2. What kind of attitude does Fischer have towards mountain climbing?
(a) Zen and serene
(b) Highly organized and efficient
(c) Don't take chances
(d) Full speed ahead

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

4. Who seems to act like a sort of mayor in the 'town' of Base Camp?
(a) Andy Harris
(b) Scott Fischer
(c) John Krakauer
(d) Rob Hall

5. What is the cruising altitude of the plane that makes Krakauer realize how absurd it seems to climb that distance as it is so close to Everest's summit measurement?
(a) 50,000 feet
(b) 20,000 feet
(c) 30,000 feet
(d) 35,000 feet

Short Answer Questions

1. What has NOT left Krukauer feeling drained when he reaches the summit?

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

3. What does Krakauer notice about the Sherpas' culture when they arrive in Namche?

4. What is Andy Harris' wife's name, as Krakauer finds out from hiking with him?

5. The Icefall is a dangerous area that is laid out in ropes and _____________.

(see the answer key)

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