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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Southeast Ridge: May 10, 1996 - 27,600 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who led an effort to clean up Base Camp when it was dirty in the 70's and 80's?
(a) EPA
(b) Commercial guides
(c) Sherpas
(d) Climbers

2. Where is Hall's group first flying to by helicopter before they begin their climb up the mountain?
(a) Katmandu
(b) Lukla
(c) Nepal
(d) Tukha

3. Where did the team wait until the lines were put into place?
(a) Camp Three
(b) South Col
(c) Icefall
(d) Balcony

4. What kind of attitude does Fischer have towards mountain climbing?
(a) Don't take chances
(b) Zen and serene
(c) Highly organized and efficient
(d) Full speed ahead

5. Who meets Krakauer at the airport when he lands in India for his climbing journey?
(a) Rob Hall
(b) Scott Fischer
(c) Anatoli Bourkeev
(d) Andy Harris

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Krakauer find on a short hike up from Camp Two?

2. What is the name of Scott Fischer's climbing organization?

3. Who is described as being from New Zealand, having a full beard, and being gregarious and funny?

4. Who is the doctor for Fischer's group?

5. Who does Fischer actually depend on for financial support for his climbing?

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