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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Camp One: April 16, 1996 - 19,500 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Fischer is from _________.
(a) Seattle
(b) Spokane
(c) Portland
(d) Boston

3. Who is the inexperienced climber that made it to the top of Everest with a guide?
(a) Doug Hansen
(b) Robert Menis
(c) Richard Mills
(d) Dick Bass

4. Who is Krakauer impressed with in his group because he keeps up a steady pace?
(a) Rob Hall
(b) Doug Hansen
(c) John Taske
(d) Frank Fischbeck

5. Who is the Base Camp manager for the group?
(a) Helen Wilton
(b) Maxwell Huntington
(c) Sue Sparks
(d) David Brashears

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the climbers who find Wilson's body bury him?

2. Who is described as being from New Zealand, having a full beard, and being gregarious and funny?

3. What do some of the climbers unpack when they are getting ready for their first acclimatization climb, much to Krakauer's alarm?

4. From what country is the answer to #27?

5. What is Harris' wife's occupation?

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