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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. Where did Herzog and Lachenal spend their second night after summitting?
(a) In the open.
(b) At Camp IV.
(c) In a cavern.
(d) At Camp V.

2. What awakened Herzog from his vision?
(a) Thunder.
(b) The porter falling.
(c) An injection.
(d) The sound of horses.

3. What type of work did people in Tukucha primarily do?
(a) Herd cattle.
(b) Guide mountain climbers.
(c) Spin and weave goat hair.
(d) Smuggle opium.

4. What did Herzog look forward to at the end of 'Annapurna'?
(a) Other Annapurnas.
(b) Retirement.
(c) Writing.
(d) Starting a family.

5. Which of the following did Lachenal and Rebuffat look for after Herzog returned from the spur?
(a) A route to a plateau.
(b) A route around the spur.
(c) An escape route.
(d) A route through the Great Barrier.

Short Answer Questions

1. What threatened Herzog's fingers and toes?

2. Which of the following areas served as a retreat for Herzog and his team?

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

4. What dangers did Herzog and his team encounter during their ascent?

5. On whose behalf did Herzog accept the Award?

(see the answer key)

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