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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tempting Fate.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Richard sleep on the way up to base camp?
(a) In a snow cave.
(b) In a hammock.
(c) In his tent.
(d) In a pigsty.

2. How many hours do Joe and Ian hang on the rope before being rescued?
(a) 21.
(b) 12.
(c) 1.
(d) 2.

3. What does Simon insist that Joe not do on this trip?
(a) Smoke marijuana.
(b) Smoke cigarettes.
(c) Drink beer.
(d) Snore.

4. How long do Joe and Simon expect to be gone on their climb of Siula Grande?
(a) Five Days.
(b) 24 hours.
(c) One week.
(d) Two Days.

5. What do the climbers use to help them see at night?
(a) Starlight.
(b) Flashlights.
(c) Head torches.
(d) LCD screens.

Short Answer Questions

1. Joe recalls an incident with climber Ian Whittaker in which country?

2. What is the elevation of Siula Grande?

3. What is a couloir?

4. What do the climbers call their melted-snow drinks?

5. How far from the nearest village do Joe, Simon, and Richard pitch base camp?

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