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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Boukreev anxious about Lopsang?
(a) His experience.
(b) His youthfulness.
(c) His attitude.
(d) His education.

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

3. Boukreev encountered Beck Weathers, asking for Rob Hall. How long had he been waiting for Hall?
(a) 4 hours.
(b) 8 hours.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) 2 hours.

4. What was Boukreev's advice to Adams?
(a) Give up on a Summit bid.
(b) Spend an extra day at Base Camp.
(c) Descend to the forest level.
(d) Ascend to Camp II.

5. Who was the first climber to be in distress on the descent of Everest?
(a) Fischer.
(b) Pittman.
(c) Krakauer.
(d) Fox.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who were Ngima Kale and Lopsang Jangbu?

2. What nickname did others give Boukreev?

3. What place did the group attempt to reach on April 23?

4. What was Ngima Kale in charge of?

5. What in flight convenience did Boukreev and Ngima have on their flight to Everest?

(see the answer key)

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