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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: At Crystal Mountain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is almost two hours behind Matthiessen and Schaller trekking through the mountains?
(a) Nepalese nomads.
(b) Ponies.
(c) Sherpas.
(d) Beggars.

2. Blue sheep rams are ________________.
(a) Very curious about humans.
(b) Ignominious.
(c) Vicious.
(d) Aggressive.

3. What creature is NOT indigenous to the South Asian landscape?
(a) The snow leopard.
(b) The Arctic fox.
(c) The tiger.
(d) The timber wolf.

4. What do the citizens of the mountainous Southeast Asian country mentioned in "The Snow Leopard" burn for fuel that leaves the soil malnourished?
(a) Firewood.
(b) Livestock dung.
(c) The surface vegetation.
(d) Their compost.

5. What does Matthiessen struggle with when he reaches 17,000 feet?
(a) Loneliness.
(b) Nausea.
(c) Fear.
(d) Altitude.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Matthiessen's group take shelter on route to the canyon?

2. Where does Matthiessen's group climb towards and finally reach snow at 12,400 feet?

3. While Matthiessen and Schaller remain at the monastery, ___________________ goes to the village for mail and supplies.

4. What places did Matthiessen travel before his journey with Schaller?

5. How long do Matthiessen and Schaller stay in a hotel together at the beginning of their trip?

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