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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whose family did Beck meet?
(a) Andy.
(b) Yasuko.
(c) Rob.
(d) Doug.

2. Why was Beck almost suffocated in his tent?
(a) He vomited and almost suffocated in it.
(b) He does not almost suffocate.
(c) The storm blew the walls over his face.
(d) The storm set up a wind vacuum.

3. What trail did Beck hike to get to Everest?
(a) Khumbu.
(b) Pokhran.
(c) Asra.
(d) Uru.

4. How does Beck get out of his sleeping bag?
(a) He is unable to get out of his sleeping bag.
(b) Two medical doctors arrive and take him out.
(c) The winds from the storm.
(d) He gets out in order to get more food.

5. Who initiates a helicopter rescue at Base Camp Two for Beck?
(a) Beck's parents.
(b) Beck's brother.
(c) Yasuko's family.
(d) Peach.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are the Sherpas?

2. How did Beck contact his family while at base camp?

3. Why did Beck feel guilty?

4. What advice did the group at base camp receive?

5. Who is Rob?

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