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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Fischer go after securing Gammelgaard?
(a) Africa.
(b) Austrilia.
(c) Mt. Everest.
(d) America.

2. Before the Everest climb, what was Boukreev's reaction to Fischer asking him to secure clients for another climb after Everest?
(a) Surprised.
(b) Dissapointed.
(c) Angry.
(d) Solemn.

3. One guide suggested, "One cannot be certain how any climber will perform. Good climbers sometimes failed, while marginal climbers succeeded through ____."
(a) Determination.
(b) Hesitation.
(c) Self-confidence.
(d) Doubt.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Boukreev first meet Scott Fischer?

2. What was Ngima Kale in charge of?

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

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

5. Who was Bourkreev originally going to work with?

(see the answer key)

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