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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XX There Are Other Annapurnas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why had Herzog lost sight of things upon returning to camp?
(a) He was overjoyed to report his achievement.
(b) He was totally exhausted.
(c) He was sick with altitude sickness.
(d) He was in pain from his injuries.

2. What did Herzog receive in Katmandu?
(a) Money from France.
(b) Honors from the Maharajah of Nepal.
(c) Prosthetic hands.
(d) Citations for traveling without permits.

3. At whose mercy did Herzog ultimately collapse?
(a) At Dr. Oudot's.
(b) At Rebuffat's.
(c) At Schatz's.
(d) At Lachenal's.

4. How did Herzog appear at the ceremony in Katmandu?
(a) Wearing hospital clothes.
(b) Wearing local attire.
(c) Wearing his climbing gear.
(d) Wearing formal dress.

5. How long did Herzog have before the weather would set in?
(a) The weather would probably worsen the next day.
(b) The year was uncommonly fair, and the weather would not turn to rain for a few more weeks.
(c) A few days.
(d) A week.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Herzog worried about conditions?

2. What did Herzog's Nepalese guide tell him about the Tilicho Pass?

3. Which of the following approaches to Annapurna did Herzog explore himself?

4. What did Herzog hear over the radio?

5. What did Herzog and his team meet to decide on May 14?

(see the answer key)

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