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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Over dinner, in Chapter 5, The Trail to Everest, how did the four men plan to obtain their equipment?
(a) Fischer decided to rush to New Zealand to procure the equipment.
(b) They divided it up.
(c) The found an alternate supplier.
(d) They put Boukreev in charge.

2. In Pittman's satellite report in Chapter 13, Into the Death Zone, at Camp III, what did she report she was eating?
(a) Snickers.
(b) Jujubees.
(c) Popcorn.
(d) Red licorice.

3. Boukreev encountered Beck Weathers, asking for Rob Hall. How long had he been waiting for Hall?
(a) 4 hours.
(b) 8 hours.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) 2 hours.

4. What did Boukreev do for the clients while setting up Camp II?
(a) He told stories around the campfire.
(b) He helped them set up their tents.
(c) He cooked dinner while the Sherpas helped set up camp.
(d) Nothing.

5. What was Ngima Kale in charge of?
(a) Food preparation.
(b) High altitude.
(c) Navigation.
(d) Base camp.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was one reoccurring theme in Fischer's interviews with Bromet?

2. What format is Chapter 19, The Rescue Transcript, written in?

3. Which Mountain Madness guide pulled out of the expedition at the last minute?

4. What was Rob Hall's turnaround time?

5. What did Adams advise Hunt to get from Fischer?

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