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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Northward.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Matthiessen's group take shelter on route to the canyon?
(a) A farm.
(b) An old cow shed.
(c) A cave.
(d) A boat.

2. What is a precious commodity in this mountainous Southeast Asian country that people use for fuel?
(a) Firewood.
(b) Water.
(c) Petroleum.
(d) Solar energy.

3. What does Matthiessen remove as he adjusts to his journey?
(a) His jacket.
(b) His clothes.
(c) A watch, a bracelet, and long hair.
(d) His journal.

4. What do Matthiessen and Schaller feel is against them as they journey forward?
(a) Time.
(b) The weather.
(c) Government.
(d) Sherpas.

5. How many people have laid eyes on the snow leopard in the last twenty-five years according to Schaller?
(a) 4.
(b) 10.
(c) 2.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is making it difficult to pass through the region without a government permit?

2. What does a sherpa bring Matthiessen's group while they rest at a shelter on route to Kali Gandaki?

3. The snow leopard can be considered a _______________.

4. What two topics do Matthiessen and Schaller talk about in conflict with each other?

5. What do Matthiessen and Schaller realize would be the best time to do their trip?

(see the answer key)

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