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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1910, David-Neel was sent on a research expedition for which nation?
(a) Belgium.
(b) England.
(c) Luxembourg.
(d) France.

2. What was the term David-Neel used to describe the Tibetan prohibition of certain travelers?
(a) "Disappointing."
(b) "Absurd."
(c) "Understandable."
(d) "Peculiar."

3. Who was the first to approach and then pass David-Neel and Yongden on the trail from behind?
(a) A small party of pilgrims in a wagon.
(b) A small party of pilgrims on horses.
(c) A small party of gypsies in a wagon.
(d) A family in a small yak-drawn cart.

4. What attitude did Yongden display after "curing" the pilgrim's legs and after he was sought in the next village to predict fortunes and other tricks?
(a) Wary.
(b) Dislike.
(c) Enjoyment.
(d) Impervious.

5. What river did David-Neel and Yongden initially follow on their trek?
(a) The Indus.
(b) The Arun.
(c) The Ba.
(d) The Mekong.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Yongden respond to David-Neel's admonishment after they left the village for having drawn so much attention with his actions?

2. As a guest of the Tibetan lama, David-Neel was provided access to what?

3. David-Neel had a stirring drive to travel and sought out what?

4. How was this incident where the pilgrim's legs were "cured" indicative of David-Neel and Yongden's approach to Tibetan spirituality?

5. Following the blizzard, how long did David-Neel and Yongden journey on the commonly used trail before they encountered anyone?

(see the answer key)

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