Background: Sherpa Life

Where are Sherpas from?

• Japan

• Nepal

• China

What is the job of a Sherpa?

• guides that take people through jungles

• guides that take people through caves

• guides that take people up the world's highest mountains.

Where do Sherpas live mostly?

• Below sea level

• about one thousand meters above sea level

• about four thousands meters above sea level

How much do Sherpas make during the two month season of climbing?

• One million dollars

• Five hundred dollars

• Five thousand dollars

How do Sherpas carry almost over 93% of their body weight?

• Using pulleys

• pulling sleds

• telekinesis

• their head

About 1/3 of the people that died climbing Everest are Sherpas.

• True

• False

How far do Sherpas walk in an hour?

• 26.2 mph

• 1.2 mph

• 6 mph

What is unique about Sherpas?

• They climb high mountains

• They guide others up mountains

• They are genetically adapted to endure extreme mountain conditions

What is crucial for mountaineers to use while summiting Everest?

• Selfie Stick

• Lip Balm

• Oxygen

Which option best describes the meaning of “main idea”?

• subject of the text

• What the text is mostly about

• Important words or details from the text

• Persuading thought or action