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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tempting Fate.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the first character mentioned by the author?
(a) Ian.
(b) Simon.
(c) Joe's parents.
(d) Richard.

2. After his accident with Ian, Joe regains his desire to climb, except for the dread of what?
(a) Freezing.
(b) Shredded ropes.
(c) Falling.
(d) Bivouacs.

3. What is the elevation of Siula Grande?
(a) 21,000 metres.
(b) 4,500 feet.
(c) 29,000 feet.
(d) 21,000 feet.

4. What do Joe and Simon climb at the beginning of the ascent on Siula Grande?
(a) A fluting.
(b) An ice wall.
(c) A granite spire.
(d) A buttress.

5. What is another word for "abseil"?
(a) Traverse.
(b) Climb.
(c) Rappel.
(d) Bivi.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the opening scene, what is Richard's tent covered with?

2. How does Joe describe Simon's eyes?

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

4. How long do Joe and Simon expect to be gone on their climb of Siula Grande?

5. In his climbing rhythm, Joe says to look at what?

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