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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 18-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Boukreev need to procure?
(a) Ropes and ladders.
(b) Climbing gear and clothing.
(c) Tents and oxygen.
(d) Food and water.

2. In Chapter 12, The Countdown, who stopped unexpectedly at Camp I?
(a) Charlotte.
(b) Tim.
(c) Dale.
(d) Neal.

3. At what time did Dr. Hunt talk to Fischer on the Summit?
(a) 3:15.
(b) 2:30.
(c) 4:00.
(d) 3:45.

4. Where did Boukreev first meet Scott Fischer?
(a) At a supply store.
(b) In college.
(c) On a climb.
(d) At a party.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Fischer eager to have Krakauer?

2. How did climbers at Camp IV signal to others where they were located?

3. What did Fischer say to Boukreev, in Chapter 9, Camp II?

4. What caused problems at the beginning of Chapter 5, The Trail to Everest?

5. What did Boukreev come across in Chapter 9, Camp II?

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