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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. Whom does Matthiessen's group see along their journey that reminds the group of mortality?
(a) A crippled child.
(b) A goat.
(c) An old man.
(d) A beggar woman.

2. How far do the men travel across the Himalayas in "The Snow Leopard"?
(a) 50 miles.
(b) 250 miles.
(c) 1000 miles.
(d) 10 miles.

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

4. What does a sherpa bring Matthiessen's group while they rest at a shelter on route to Kali Gandaki?
(a) Drugs.
(b) Wine.
(c) Food.
(d) Money.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What country has the worst erosion in the world?

3. Who was the woman that became Matthiessen's wife?

4. What places did Matthiessen travel before his journey with Schaller?

5. What are Matthiessen and Schaller afraid of after they talk to the Tibetan guide who tells them that they need government permits?

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