Cory Richards - Risking My Life in Order to Save It

The speaker shares their journey as a National Geographic photographer and professional climber, detailing their experiences climbing Everest without oxygen. They reflect on the personal significance of mountains, the lessons learned from climbing, and the realization that external achievements cannot resolve internal struggles. The narrative emphasizes the importance of internal journeys over external goals.

What was the narrator's initial connection to climbing?

• They read about it in a book.

• Their parents were climbers and skiers.

• They were inspired by a famous climber.

• They saw it on television.

What unique challenge did the narrator face while climbing Everest?

• Climbing with a large group

• Climbing at night

• Climbing during a storm

• Climbing without oxygen

How does the narrator describe the significance of mountains in human culture?

• As mere physical obstacles

• As places for scientific research

• As representations of life's struggles and spirituality

• As symbols of wealth

What realization did the narrator have about their climbing experiences?

• They were not challenging enough.

• They were not enjoyable.

• They were repeating the same lessons.

• They were too dangerous.

What does the narrator suggest is fundamental about storytelling?

• It focuses on external achievements.

• It is about internal journeys.

• It is about historical events.

• It is about fictional characters.

What did the narrator find ironic about the summit of Everest?

• It was the easiest part of the climb.

• It was the most dangerous part.

• It highlighted its own insignificance.

• It was crowded with climbers.

What did the narrator ultimately seek through climbing?

• Fame and recognition

• Resolution of internal struggles

• Adventure and thrill

• Physical fitness