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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long do Joe and Simon expect to be gone on their climb of Siula Grande?
(a) Two Days.
(b) Five Days.
(c) 24 hours.
(d) One week.

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

3. In the opening scene, what is Richard's tent covered with?
(a) Ice.
(b) Mud.
(c) Hoar frost.
(d) Snow.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How far from the nearest village do Joe, Simon, and Richard pitch base camp?

2. What do the climbers call their melted-snow drinks?

3. What is a couloir?

4. What do Norma and Gloria sell to Richard and Joe?

5. How does Joe compare his fitness with Simon's?

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