Extreme Skiing in Montana

In the backcountry of Montana, extreme skiers Michael Nugent and Nick Baldwin ski in remote areas. Despite staying safe initially, a deep snowpack leads to an avalanche. Mike is overtaken by the snow and crashes into a tree, which saves him from suffocation. He survives with a broken hip and thighs.

What is the main risk that Michael Nugent and Nick Baldwin face while skiing in Montana?

• Avalanches due to fresh snow

• Getting lost in the wilderness

• Encountering wild animals

• Running out of supplies

What happens to Mike as he skis down the mountain?

• He is chased by a cracking snowpack

• He successfully reaches the bottom

• He loses his ski equipment

• He encounters a wild animal

What ultimately stops Mike from being completely buried by the snow?

• A fellow skier helps him

• He finds a safe spot

• A tree breaks his fall

• He digs himself out

What injuries does Mike sustain from the incident?

• Concussion and bruises

• Sprained ankle and wrist

• Broken hip and thighs

• Broken arm and ribs

What could have happened to Mike if the tree had not been there?

• He would have been rescued immediately

• He would have been unharmed

• He might have been suffocated

• He would have skied away safely