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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Boukreev want to get his supplies from?
(a) France.
(b) Switzerland.
(c) England.
(d) Russia.

2. Where was Rob Hall from?
(a) United States.
(b) New Zealand.
(c) Austria.
(d) England.

3. What was Bourkeev's role in the book?
(a) Sherpa.
(b) Salesman.
(c) Summitt guide.
(d) Geologist.

4. Why did Boukreev go to Russia?
(a) To negotiate funding of the trip.
(b) To procure additional ropes.
(c) To organize sponsorship for the climb.
(d) To secure the oxygen deal.

5. How was Sandy Hill Pittman described?
(a) An Olympic athlete.
(b) An experienced climber.
(c) A spoiled brat.
(d) A wealthy socialite.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the founder of Himalayan Guides?

2. One guide suggested, "One cannot be certain how any climber will perform. Good climbers sometimes failed, while marginal climbers succeeded through ____."

3. What outdoor sport did Klev participate in?

4. What was Karen Dickinson's job at Mountain Madness?

5. What was the name of Fischer's company?

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