2. What gift does Matthiessen fail to bring in his meeting?
(a) A gift of chocolate.
(b) A basket of cooked food.
(c) A ceremonial white scarf.
(d) A flag.

3. Despite getting rid of everything that they do not need for the journey, what does Schaller complain is still very heavy?
(a) Packs.
(b) Clothing.
(c) Climbing equipment.
(d) Research boxes.

4. What animals by the monastery do Matthiessen and Schaller first think are snow leopards, which turn out to be something else?
(a) Tigers.
(b) Wolves.
(c) Deer.
(d) Foxes.

5. What do Matthiessen and Schaller discuss at length?
(a) Religion.
(b) Sex.
(c) Philosophy.
(d) Death.

Short Answer Questions

1. Due to snowdrifts, the sherpas warn against traveling on their planned route but Matthiessen's group cannot go on the new trail because they lack _________________.

2. What is the surprising contrast in scenery that Matthiessen's group sees on their way through the canyon?

3. Which two men are strangely connected even after they part in Part 4?

4. What does Matthiessen do as he wanders the streets of the village looking for Tukten?

5. As ____________, Tukten receives a bonus from Matthiessen.

(see the answer key)

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