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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, Darkness and Dawn.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Teo say abut Rudi?
(a) That he is the only true mountain man in Kurtal.
(b) That he knows where he ought to be.
(c) That he is the son of his father.
(d) All of these.

2. Why did Saxo think that Josef and Stephenson couldn't find the way up the eastern face?
(a) They didn't look hard enough, or perhaps not have the skill.
(b) Stephenson was injured, and therefore they had to find a route to suit him.
(c) The weather might not have been as good.
(d) The Kurtal guide wasn't as skilled as a guide from Broli.

3. What had Rudi never received before?
(a) Such fine gifts.
(b) A written note.
(c) Such praise from a man of Winter's capabilities.
(d) A letter.

4. With what does Teo fill the pack he gives to Rudi?
(a) Dishes.
(b) His own weight.
(c) Supplies.
(d) Stones.

5. What had changed about the night?
(a) It had gotten colder.
(b) It had gotten warmer.
(c) It had gotten clearer.
(d) The stars had come out.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Rudi's uncle respond to him threading the needle?

2. What did Teo say in regard to Rudi's climb with him?

3. Who was waiting in the hut when Rudi entered?

4. What mountain was used as a "practice mountain" by guides and visiting climbers?

5. Why hadn't Rudi turned around when he knew he needed to?

(see the answer key)

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