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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did Boukreev allow for his trek to base camp?
(a) 7 days.
(b) 12 days.
(c) 14 days.
(d) 5 days.

2. What was Ngima Kale in charge of?
(a) Base camp.
(b) High altitude.
(c) Food preparation.
(d) Navigation.

3. What was one reoccurring theme in Fischer's interviews with Bromet?
(a) Love.
(b) Perseverance.
(c) Family.
(d) Money.

4. What was the advice from base camp for Ngawang Topche Sherpa?
(a) Hot tea.
(b) Intervene with drugs.
(c) Rest at Camp II for the night.
(d) Descend to Base Camp.

5. What did Boukreev feel it was important to encourage?
(a) Following a structured and set path.
(b) Independent action.
(c) Reliance on the guides.
(d) Team members working together.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Boukreev's advice to Adams?

2. How much was one bottle of oxygen?

3. What was a typical meal on the mountain?

4. Boukreev encountered Beck Weathers, asking for Rob Hall. How long had he been waiting for Hall?

5. What was one barrier between Boukreev and his clients?

(see the answer key)

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