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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapters 9-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What young orphan who was talented at fixing cars did Mortenson want to help in Part 1: Chapter 5?
(a) Akbar.
(b) Asslam.
(c) Abdul.
(d) Ashiqullah.

2. Into what areas does CAI specialize in going into first to establish schools?
(a) War-torn regions.
(b) Remote areas.
(c) Hostile countries.
(d) Devestated areas.

3. What pass between northern Pakistan and the Wakhan Corridor in Afghanistan is extremely remote and often closed off for six months or more during the winter due to heavy snows?
(a) The Darzab Pass.
(b) The Gereshk Pass.
(c) The Irshad Pass.
(d) The Tagao Pass.

4. K2 is located among what mountain range?
(a) Karakoram Range.
(b) Hindu Kush Range.
(c) Kirthar Range.
(d) Toba Kakar Range.

5. What is the peak elevation of K2?
(a) 14,411 feet.
(b) 19,470 feet.
(c) 14,496 feet.
(d) 28,251 feet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the magnitude of the Kashmir earthquake?

2. Where did Greg Mortenson serve in the U.S. Army after high school?

3. Sarfraz was diligent about Mortenson's safety and would often hire and fire what on a whim?

4. What is the highest of civil awards and decorations given by the Government of Pakistan for the highest degree of service to the country and nation of Pakistan?

5. What village council or meeting must take place whenever a major decision is to be made within or for the people of a village in Afghanistan?

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