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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where did Boukreev first meet Scott Fischer?
(a) At a supply store.
(b) In college.
(c) On a climb.
(d) At a party.

3. What was Jane Bromet's role for Mountain Madness?
(a) Scientist.
(b) Geologist.
(c) Publicity agent.
(d) CEO.

4. Fischer was often heard saying what to his team members?
(a) "It's attitude, not altitude."
(b) "How bad do you want it?"
(c) "It's about perseverance, not preservation."
(d) "Mind over matter."

5. What did AMS stand for?
(a) All Morning Silence.
(b) Aim More Severe.
(c) Acute Mountain Sickness.
(d) Altitude Mountain Sickness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year does the book open?

2. How did Fischer describe Boukreev?

3. Who provided evidence against Boukreev about the fixed ropes?

4. What percentage of the clients did Beidleman believe would succeed?

5. Who did Ed Viesturs and David Breashears work for?

(see the answer key)

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