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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4: The Way Home.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What two topics do Matthiessen and Schaller talk about in conflict with each other?
(a) Religion and science.
(b) Philosophy and law.
(c) Accounting and physics.
(d) Poetry and art.

4. What is Schaller worried might happen if he stops now?
(a) Be unable to return.
(b) Not have enough data.
(c) Loses his tracks of the snow leopard.
(d) An avalanche might occur.

5. What is the name of the place that Matthiessen and Tukten walk to catch a plane?
(a) Jumla.
(b) Shey.
(c) Kathmandu.
(d) Black Canyon.

Short Answer Questions

1. Matthiessen describes the ____________ monastery that is part of the Kagyu sect.

2. Where does Matthiessen's group stop that is just below the Kang Pass?

3. What does Matthiessen eat in the village he stops in with two other men?

4. What sabotaging act does the porter do that prevents progress during Schaller's climbing trip?

5. The snow leopard can be considered a _______________.

(see the answer key)

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