Mount Everest Flashcard

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Who is the youngest person to summit Mt. Everest? How old was he?

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Jordan Romero, 13

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How tall is Mount Everest (in feet)?

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29,032 ft

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What is Mt. Everest called by the people of Nepal?

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Sagarmatha

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How many people have died on Mount Everest?

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330

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Why is the mountain called Mount Everest? It was named after who?

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George Everest

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What are crampons?

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Traction device to walk on ice

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Which two people hold the record for the most Everest summits?

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Kami Rita Sherpa and Lhakpa Sherpa

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How do sherpas get their first names?

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The day of the week when they are born

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About how many days does it take to climb Mt. Everest?

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40

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How many climbing routes are there on Mount Everest?

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20