Peak Quiz 2

When did Peak regret climbing the skyscraper?

• When he was at the airport.
• When he was speaking to his mother before leaving for China.
• When is was talking to Paula and Patrice.

Why is it important to study a rock wall before climbing?

• So that you have the right equipment.
• So that you know the handholds and footholds.
• To determine where there may be problems.
• All of the above.

Why did Peak's father tell Peak to call him Josh instead of dad?

• Josh wasn't a good father figure.
• Josh didn't want anyone to know he had a son.
• Josh only wanted to be Peak's friend.

Why couldn't Peak climb Mt. Everest beginning in Nepal?

• The south side in Nepal is a more difficult climb.
• Due to his age he had to begin in Tibet.
• The Chinese require a permit to climb.

How are porters and Sherpas important to mountain climbers?

• They map out the trail.
• They provide the equipment.
• They assist and carry equipment.

Acclimatization is......

• adjusting to the altitude and climate.
• the climate of China.
• moving to a new climate.

How do climbers acclimate while trying to reach the summit of Mt. Everest?

• They visit different climates around the world.
• By using climbing equipment.
• They sit in camps along the way in order to adjust to the thin air.

What is HAPE?

• The term used to explain fluid filling the lungs which results is loss of breath, coma, or death.
• Mountain Sickness
•  High Altitude Pulmonary Edema
• All of the above.

What mistake did Peak make before climbing the skyscraper?

• He forgot to check the events of the building.
• He forgot to unlock the rooftop door.
• He did not have the right equipment.

Why did Josh leave Peak at the Summit Hotel?

• Josh wanted Peak to rest before trying to climb Mt. Everest.
• Josh had to return to his clients.  12 of the 25 were trying to reach the summit.
• Josh needed to meet with Zopa.

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