Exploration and Discoveries in the Andes

Johan Reinhard, a high-altitude explorer and archaeologist, shares his passion for exploration and the significance of high-altitude archaeology. He discusses the well-preserved artifacts found in the Andes, particularly those of the Incan Empire, which worshiped the mountains as gods. The Incas made offerings, including human sacrifices, to appease their deities. Johan reflects on his discoveries of these sacrificial sites and the unique preservation conditions at high altitudes, which have kept these artifacts intact for centuries.

What drives humans to explore and understand the world according to Johan Reinhard?

• Economic benefits

• Desire for fame

• Innate curiosity

• A need for survival

Why are the artifacts found in the Andes Mountains so well-preserved?

• They are kept in museums

• The high-altitude climate prevents decomposition

• They are made of durable materials

• They are protected by local laws

What was the primary reason the Incas worshiped the Andes Mountains?

• The mountains were a natural barrier

• The mountains provided resources

• They believed the mountains were gods

• The mountains were a source of water

What extreme practice did the Incas perform to honor their deities?

• Human sacrifices

• Building large temples

• Animal sacrifices

• Offering gold and silver

How long did it take for the Inca Empire to become the largest in the Americas?

• Less than 300 years

• Less than 200 years

• Less than 100 years

• Less than 50 years

What significant discovery did Johan Reinhard make in the Andes?

• Gold mines

• Ancient Inca cities

• New species of plants

• Inca mummies

Who were considered the world's first high-altitude climbers?

• The Romans

• The Egyptians

• The Greeks

• The Incas

What did Johan Reinhard and his partner find at the peak of a mountain?

• An ancient map

• A new species of animal

• A hidden treasure

• A mummy

What did Johan Reinhard feel after his many years of exploration?

• Disappointment

• A sense of accomplishment

• Regret

• Indifference

What did Johan Reinhard reflect on at the summit after his expeditions?

• His 20 years of exploration

• The beauty of nature

• The future of archaeology

• The challenges he faced