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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What ailed Beidleman in Chapter 7, Base Camp?
(a) Sprained ankle.
(b) A cough.
(c) Stomach pains.
(d) A persistant headache.

2. What did Pittman eat in Pheriche?
(a) Spaghetti and meatballs.
(b) Venison and lentils.
(c) Yak steak and french fries.
(d) Elk and rice.

3. Boukreev's acclimation plan included how many ascents?
(a) 4.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

4. Returning to Camp III at the end of the day, Boukreev was pleased to find how many climbers had reached the camp?
(a) 6.
(b) 4.
(c) 7.
(d) 5.

5. Before the planned Everest climb, what high Himalayan peak had Boukreev already committed to help guide a team to climb?
(a) Pumori.
(b) Syangboche.
(c) Lukla.
(d) Manaslu.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was the date at the beginning of Chapter 10, The First Delays?

3. What was a typical meal on the mountain?

4. Before flying to Syangboche, what did Boukreev do?

5. What outdoor sport did Klev participate in?

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