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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's group have a good view of as they hike around Crystal Mountain?
(a) Bhutan.
(b) The Black Canyon.
(c) Mt. Everest.
(d) The desert.

2. As Matthiessen and Schaller attempt to cross cliffs over treacherous precipices, Matthiessen has to ____________.
(a) Lie down and rest.
(b) Give up.
(c) Crawl on hands and knees.
(d) Fight for his life.

3. When are these two letters that Matthiessen receives in Part 4 dated?
(a) November 11th and 12th.
(b) December 8th and 9th.
(c) January 15th and 16th.
(d) February 20th and 21st.

4. What tests the patience of Matthiessen's group again and again?
(a) Mosquitoes.
(b) Stealing sherpas.
(c) Rain.
(d) Quarrelsome leaders.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Matthiessen's group have to stop to be checked by government officials?

2. Why did Schaller have to go alone in search of the snow leopard?

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

4. The snow leopard can be considered a _______________.

5. In Part 4, which two individuals parts company in Nepal?

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