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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On the Edge.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How far from the nearest village do Joe, Simon, and Richard pitch base camp?
(a) 56 miles of rough walking.
(b) 28 miles of easy walking.
(c) 28 miles of rough walking.
(d) 5 miles of glacier.

2. At what altitude does Joe realize that both he and Simon have set a personal altitude record?
(a) 15,000 feet.
(b) 21,000 feet.
(c) 18,000 feet.
(d) 29,000 feet.

3. At the beginning of the chapter "On the Edge", on which side of Siula Grande are Joe and Simon descending?
(a) The South Face.
(b) The East Face.
(c) The North Face.
(d) The West Face.

4. A hundredweight of icicles falls on Joe's head. How much is this?
(a) 100 pounds.
(b) 100 kilograms.
(c) 100 grams.
(d) About 100 icicles.

5. When Joe and Simon move together, Joe moves only when...
(a) He can see Simon.
(b) Simon gives him the signal.
(c) The rope moves.
(d) The whiteout is over.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Joe follows Simon, he is careful to do what?

2. What does Joe mean by a "tortured" cornice?

3. What does Simon insist that Joe not do on this trip?

4. What is the name of the rock that Joe and Ian climb?

5. How many hours do Joe and Ian hang on the rope before being rescued?

(see the answer key)

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