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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 John Krakauer's wife?
(a) Linda
(b) Lori
(c) Michelle
(d) Mary

2. After whom is Mount Everest named?
(a) Annabelle Everest
(b) Sir George Everest
(c) No one
(d) Sir Joseph Evers

3. What did Fischer climb Everest without in order to attract attention to his climbing skills and services?
(a) Boots
(b) Food
(c) Gear
(d) Oxygen

4. Who is the quiet Australian that is the third guide in Rob Hall's group that is climbing to the summit?
(a) Matthew Good
(b) Jeremy Stillwater
(c) Mike Groom
(d) David Brashears

5. Harris and his wife helped run a clinic at __________ which is on the way to Base Camp.
(a) Mache
(b) Lulka
(c) Pheriche
(d) Lobogi

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of attitude does Fischer have towards mountain climbing?

2. What is the final destination of the first hike of the climbers in Rob Hall's group?

3. How many times has Fischer climbed Mount Everest?

4. In what is Base Camp located?

5. Who were the first known climbers to reach the summit of Mount Everest?

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