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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summit: 1:25 p.m., May 10, 1996 - 29,028 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what country is the man who is trying to ascent to the summit on his own?
(a) France
(b) Norway
(c) Germany
(d) Sweden

2. From what country is the answer to #27?
(a) India
(b) United States
(c) Kahzakstan
(d) New Zealand

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

4. Sherpas make up ______ of all deaths on Mount Everest, according to Krakauer.
(a) One half
(b) One third
(c) 90%
(d) Three quarters

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is affecting Krukauer's ability to think clearly while at the summit of Mount Everest?

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

3. What did Fischer climb Everest without in order to attract attention to his climbing skills and services?

4. Who is the leader of Krakauer's group with which he is climbing in order to write a story for Outside Magazine?

5. Which magazine does Krakauer query in order to climb Mount Everest for a story?

(see the answer key)

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