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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: At Crystal Mountain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who goes in search of firewood while Matthiessen's group stays one more day at the monastery?
(a) Matthiessen and Tukten.
(b) Matthiessen and Schaller.
(c) Schaller and Dawa.
(d) Jang-bu and a porter.

2. What is the surprising contrast in scenery that Matthiessen's group sees on their way through the canyon?
(a) Cacti and jackfruit.
(b) Magnolias and spruce trees.
(c) Snowy areas and lush greenery.
(d) Desert and lake.

3. What do Matthiessen and Schaller discard before starting their climbing journey?
(a) Books.
(b) Ropes.
(c) Electronic devices.
(d) Extra clothing.

4. Who is making it difficult to pass through the region without a government permit?
(a) Sherpas.
(b) Porters.
(c) The Nepalese king.
(d) Police.

5. Who gets drunk and thinks about going to India with money he has gathered?
(a) Matthiessen.
(b) Gyaltsen.
(c) Tukten.
(d) Dawa.

Short Answer Questions

1. When a scientist asks Matthiessen why he is on the trip, what does he say?

2. Where does Matthiessen's group climb towards and finally reach snow at 12,400 feet?

3. What does Matthiessen find that Schaller thinks is a sign of the snow leopard?

4. What extra payments do Matthiessen and Schaller have to make because of delays in their trip?

5. Who are the people living in Shey?

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