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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reading on the O2SAT was worrisome for Dr. Hunter?
(a) 100s.
(b) 60s.
(c) 80s.
(d) 90s.

2. What was the first priority once the team reached Base Camp?
(a) Rest.
(b) Setting up tents.
(c) Taking in the scenery.
(d) Eating dinner.

3. What was Lopsang Jangbu in charge of?
(a) High altitude.
(b) Navigation.
(c) Food preparation.
(d) Base camp.

4. What was a typical meal on the mountain?
(a) Rice, lentils, soup, and vegetables.
(b) Steak, potatoes, and toast.
(c) Eggs, sausage, and potatoes.
(d) Pasta, meatballs, and garlic bread.

5. How many climbers did Neal Beidleman recruit?
(a) 5.
(b) 3.
(c) 4.
(d) 2.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Ngawang Topche Sherpa get to base camp?

2. What piece of equipment was of concern to Boukreev?

3. Of the Mountain Madness climbers, who was the first to give up the mission?

4. What did AMS stand for?

5. What was happened to Ngawang Topche Sherpa?

(see the answer key)

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