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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What piece of equipment was of concern to Boukreev?
(a) Radios.
(b) Ropes.
(c) Altimeters.
(d) Compasses.

2. What was Karen Dickinson's job at Mountain Madness?
(a) Equipment manager.
(b) Business manager.
(c) Sponsorship director.
(d) Safety officer.

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

4. To what did Pittman compare watching snow melt?
(a) Watching television.
(b) Watching a fire.
(c) Watching water boil.
(d) Watching paint dry.

5. Who were Ngima Kale and Lopsang Jangbu?
(a) Sherpas.
(b) Cooks.
(c) Guides.
(d) Porters.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the first major obstacle to the climb of Everest?

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

3. What was Bourkreev offered to work for Mountain Madness?

4. At base camp, how did Adventure Consultants mark their territory?

5. What year does the book open?

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