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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Storm at the Summit.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Joe try to gauge their height on the mountain?
(a) By checking his wristwatch altimiter.
(b) By looking at nearby peaks.
(c) By checking his GPS.
(d) By checking the map.

3. How long is one length of climbing rope?
(a) A hundredweight.
(b) 150 feet.
(c) 150 metres.
(d) 300 feet.

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

5. What collapses under Simon's feet?
(a) An ice bridge.
(b) A snow ridge.
(c) A crevice.
(d) The summit.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Peruvian flutings contrast to European flutings?

2. What is the elevation of Siula Grande?

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

4. Who is the first character mentioned by the author?

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

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