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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 does Krakauer help when they reach Camp One?
(a) Rob Hall
(b) Roubleman
(c) Ang Dorje
(d) Ang Roshula

2. What is the answer to #93's other main role for Fischer's group?
(a) End Climber
(b) Rope Expert
(c) Guide
(d) Base Camp Manager

3. Hall says, "I think it's pretty unlikely that we'll get through this season without something ______ happening up high."
(a) Bad
(b) Disastraous
(c) Miraculous
(d) Good

4. Who looked to be the strongest, but is worn out by the quick pace at the start?
(a) Doug Hansen
(b) Frank Fischbeck
(c) John Taske
(d) Stuart Hutchison

5. What is affecting Krukauer's ability to think clearly while at the summit of Mount Everest?
(a) Other climbers
(b) Low oxygen
(c) Loud noises
(d) Heavy snow

Short Answer Questions

1. Harris and his wife helped run a clinic at __________ which is on the way to Base Camp.

2. Hall only makes his climbers hike a few miles a day because of the _______________.

3. What was Mount Everest's first official name?

4. Who is Krakauer's tent mate at Camp Two?

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

(see the answer key)

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