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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 makes Matthiessen's group believe that they can finally continue their journey again?
(a) The sun coming out.
(b) The arrival of food.
(c) The arrival of peace.
(d) The arrival of ponies.

2. What does Schaller tell Matthiessen is good for him to carry because of changing weather and winds?
(a) His sleeping bag.
(b) His jacket.
(c) His GPS unit.
(d) His cellular phone.

3. Who is Matthiessen afraid that he will break a promise to?
(a) Deborah.
(b) Alex.
(c) Tukten.
(d) Schaller.

4. Where does Matthiessen go to meet Tukten as they had planned?
(a) Black Canyon.
(b) Kathmandu Valley.
(c) Patan.
(d) Pokhara.

5. What is Matthiessen worried will happen by the Kang Pass?
(a) Snow.
(b) Rain.
(c) Death.
(d) Fighting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Matthiessen carrying that is very heavy?

2. What do Matthiessen and Schaller realize would be the best time to do their trip?

3. Where does Matthiessen need to be by Thanksgiving?

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

5. As Matthiessen and Schaller attempt to cross cliffs over treacherous precipices, Matthiessen has to ____________.

(see the answer key)

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