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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lhotse Face: April 29, 1996 - 23,400 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the doctor for Fischer's group?
(a) Helen Wilton
(b) Doug Hansen
(c) Ingrid Hunt
(d) Caroline Mackenzie

2. In what year did the Mount Everest tragedy as described in the book take place among the climbers in Rob Hall's and Scott Fischer's teams?
(a) 1997
(b) 1995
(c) 1996
(d) 1994

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

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

5. Who is the leader of Krakauer's group with which he is climbing in order to write a story for Outside Magazine?
(a) Rob Hall
(b) Andy Harris
(c) Anatoli Bourkeev
(d) Scott Fischer

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the person on Fischer's team who is a legend in Himalayan climbing?

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

4. Who looked to be the strongest, but is worn out by the quick pace at the start?

5. After whom is Mount Everest named?

(see the answer key)

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