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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. Why does Matthiessen get rid of his boots?
(a) He does not get rid of his boots.
(b) They have holes in them and give him blisters.
(c) They are too big.
(d) They ae too heavy.

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

3. What country has the worst erosion in the world?
(a) Tibet.
(b) China.
(c) India.
(d) Nepal.

4. What do the citizens of the mountainous Southeast Asian country mentioned in "The Snow Leopard" burn for fuel that leaves the soil malnourished?
(a) Livestock dung.
(b) The surface vegetation.
(c) Their compost.
(d) Firewood.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Matthiessen's group believe that they can finally continue their journey again?

2. Which two groups of indigenous people does Matthiessen think are similar?

3. Who has demeaned himself by accepting the opportunity of traveling in the Himalayas with Matthiessen and Schaller?

4. Where does Matthiessen need to be by Thanksgiving?

5. What part of Matthiessen is wet after reaching the Jaljala Ridge?

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