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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Matthiessen and Schaller discard before starting their climbing journey?
(a) Electronic devices.
(b) Books.
(c) Extra clothing.
(d) Ropes.

2. What extra payments do Matthiessen and Schaller have to make because of delays in their trip?
(a) Payment for visa extensions.
(b) Payment for government permits.
(c) Payment for extra porters.
(d) Payment for food.

3. Matthiessen's group carries their packs instead of just _______________.
(a) Water bottles.
(b) Flashlights.
(c) GPS units.
(d) Rucksacks.

4. Who develops a bond over the course of the journey?
(a) Tukten and Schaller.
(b) Tukten and Dawa.
(c) Matthiessen and Tukten.
(d) Deborah and Schaller.

5. What did Matthiessen's wife die of?
(a) Stroke.
(b) Heart attack.
(c) Cancer.
(d) Diabetes.

Short Answer Questions

1. George Schaller is a famous ______________.

2. What does Schaller bargain for with locals to help them on their journey through the mountains?

3. How is the yeti described?

4. How many people have laid eyes on the snow leopard in the last twenty-five years according to Schaller?

5. What does Matthiessen's group suffer from as they travel through the canyon?

(see the answer key)

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