TED: How I climbed a 3,000-foot vertical cliff -- without ropes | Alex Honnold

The speaker shares their journey of free solo climbing, focusing on two significant climbs: Half Dome and El Capitan. They discuss the challenges faced during the Half Dome climb and the extensive preparation and mindset required for the successful El Capitan solo. The narrative highlights the importance of overcoming fear, achieving mastery, and the mental and physical demands of free soloing.

What style of climbing does the speaker practice?

• Free solo climbing

• Bouldering

• Traditional climbing

• Sport climbing

What was the speaker's main feeling after completing the Half Dome climb?

• Fear

• Disappointment

• Satisfaction

• Indifference

Why did the speaker take a break from free soloing after Half Dome?

• He was satisfied with his achievement

• He didn't want to rely on luck

• He wanted to focus on other sports

• He was injured

How did the speaker feel about the tourists at the summit of Half Dome?

• They were supportive

• They were critical

• They were indifferent

• They were amazed

What was a key part of the speaker's preparation for El Capitan?

• Building physical strength

• Practicing with a team

• Visualization and mental preparation

• Using advanced climbing gear

What is the Boulder Problem?

• The hardest part of the El Capitan climb

• A mental challenge faced by climbers

• A section with easy handholds

• A type of climbing gear

How did the speaker ensure he was ready for the El Capitan climb?

• By taking a climbing course

• By using new climbing shoes

• By memorizing every move

• By climbing with a partner

What did the speaker do to prepare for the Boulder Problem?

• Asked for help from other climbers

• Practiced with a rope

• Avoided the section

• Used special climbing gear

What did the speaker feel during the final part of the El Capitan climb?

• Fear and anxiety

• Boredom

• A sense of mastery and celebration

• Confusion

What was the speaker's ultimate goal in climbing El Capitan?

• To become famous

• To achieve mastery

• To break a world record

• To impress his friends