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

2. How many practice climbs do Joe and Simon complete in order to acclimatize?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

3. How does Joe compare his fitness with Simon's?
(a) Joe and Simon are both out of shape.
(b) Simon is more fit than Joe.
(c) Joe and Simon are equally matched.
(d) Joe is more fit than Simon.

4. Simon tells Joe that he is knackered. What does this mean?
(a) He is dumbfounded.
(b) He is very tired.
(c) He is trying to shake off what he just saw.
(d) He is cinched up in his knap-sack.

5. What is the first thing that Simon says to Joe in the chapter "Tempting Fate"?
(a) "My fingers have never been this bad."
(b) "It's freezing cold!"
(c) "I'll go first, shall I?"
(d) "This is it!"

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Joe and Simon climb at the beginning of the ascent on Siula Grande?

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

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

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

5. After his accident with Ian, Joe regains his desire to climb, except for the dread of what?

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