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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which two groups of indigenous people does Matthiessen think are similar?
(a) Nepalese and Chinese.
(b) Americans and British.
(c) Indians and Pakistanis.
(d) Native Americans and Tibetans.

2. Where does Matthiessen's group want to continue their journey over?
(a) New Delhi.
(b) Pokhara.
(c) Jang Pass.
(d) Kathmandu.

3. The porters carry ___________, which makes them unhappy.
(a) Firewood.
(b) Goats.
(c) Merchandise.
(d) Heavy loads.

4. Where do Matthiessen and Schaller meet to begin their journey?
(a) New Delhi.
(b) Shey.
(c) Kathmandu.
(d) London.

5. What does Matthiessen struggle with when he reaches 17,000 feet?
(a) Loneliness.
(b) Nausea.
(c) Fear.
(d) Altitude.

Short Answer Questions

1. What tests the patience of Matthiessen's group again and again?

2. What is Matthiessen carrying that is very heavy?

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

4. Where does Matthiessen's group take shelter on route to the canyon?

5. What does a Tibetan say is treacherous and filled with snow?

(see the answer key)

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