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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where was Lee Gammelgaard from?
(a) Sweden.
(b) Norway.
(c) Denmark.
(d) Iceland.

3. With what aspect did Fischer not agree with Boukreev's acclimation plan?
(a) The deep descents.
(b) The destination of the climbs.
(c) The number of ascents.
(d) The length of rest periods.

4. What was samochuvstvie?
(a) A Russian term of endearment.
(b) A Russian concept of a person's state of being.
(c) A slang Russian term for ego.
(d) A Russian monetary system.

5. What was one barrier between Boukreev and his clients?
(a) Boukreev's attitude.
(b) The language.
(c) Boukreev's expectations.
(d) The cost of the expedition.

Short Answer Questions

1. What change of plans did Fischer make leaving Kathmandu?

2. Who were Ngima Kale and Lopsang Jangbu?

3. What caused problems on the trek to base camp?

4. What did the clients become obsessed with at Base Camp?

5. Before the planned Everest climb, what high Himalayan peak had Boukreev already committed to help guide a team to climb?

(see the answer key)

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