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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. What is a sticht plate?
(a) A camming device.
(b) A belay device.
(c) A high-altitude breathing apparatus.
(d) A cooking utensil.

2. Joe is thrilled at the prospect of achieving what?
(a) A solo climb.
(b) His father's dream.
(c) A first ascent.
(d) A base jump.

3. How are Joe and Ian rescued?
(a) By rescue helicopter.
(b) By Simon.
(c) By Japanese climbers.
(d) By donkey.

4. What are Joe Simpson and Ian Whittaker doing when the ground breaks out from underneath them?
(a) Getting ready to sleep.
(b) Digging a snow hole.
(c) Belaying.
(d) Abseiling.

5. What do Norma and Gloria sell to Richard and Joe?
(a) Homemade cheese.
(b) Goat's milk.
(c) Two Donkeys.
(d) Muslin bags.

Short Answer Questions

1. Simon tells Joe that he is knackered. What does this mean?

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

3. What is spindrift?

4. How do Peruvian flutings contrast to European flutings?

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

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