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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue, Part 1: Westward.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Matthiessen is wet after reaching the Jaljala Ridge?
(a) Feet only.
(b) Feet, legs, and back.
(c) Arms and fingers.
(d) Head and neck.

2. What tests the patience of Matthiessen's group again and again?
(a) Quarrelsome leaders.
(b) Mosquitoes.
(c) Rain.
(d) Stealing sherpas.

3. How old was his youngest child when this book was written?
(a) Two.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Eight.
(d) Seven.

4. How many children does Matthiessen have?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Six.
(d) Five.

5. What are Matthiessen and Schaller afraid of after they talk to the Tibetan guide who tells them that they need government permits?
(a) That they will not be allowed to enter Dolpo.
(b) That they will run out of food.
(c) That the police will lock them up.
(d) That they will fail.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Whom does Matthiessen think might drink or swear too much?

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

4. Why does Matthiessen get rid of his boots?

5. Whom does Matthiessen's group see along their journey that reminds the group of mortality?

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