What it really takes to climb Mt. Everest

What is a mountain climber called?

• hiker
• explorer
• trekker
• mountaineer

What example is given for the height of Mount Everest? (a)  

• cruising altitude of an airplane
• the height of the Statue of Liberty
• the height of 5 skyscrapers
• the height of 10 football fields

What kinds of qualities should you have to become a serious mountaineer? Choose the best answer.

• Urban gardening, knot tying, martial arts, safety knowledge, teamwork, passion for the outdoors.

• Competitive eating, wildlife knowledge, teamwork, passion for the outdoors.

• Extreme speed walking, fast talking and a passion for the outdoors.

• Physical fitness, agility, safety knowledge, teamwork, passion for the outdoors.

Mount Everests name means?

• The name is derived from a local legend about a dragon.
• It translates to 'Highest Peak' in Tibetan.
• The name means 'holy mother'

• The name means 'Mountain of the Gods'.

How do mountaineers cross large crevasses?

• Mountaineers cross large crevasses using rope bridges or aluminum ladders

• Walking around the crevasse
• Using inflatable rafts
• Jumping over the crevasse

Why is training and practice no guarantee for reaching the top of Mount Everest?

• Training and practice do not account for unpredictable weather, how your body might react to the elements, and altitude-related challenges.

• All climbers have equal chances regardless of experience.
• Physical strength alone guarantees reaching the summit.
• Buying the most expensive climbing gear is the only factor for success.

Everest peak was first reached in what year?

• 1953
• 1975
• 2001

• 1895

What happened to the 1924 expedition to Mount Everest's peak?

• The expedition ended in tragedy with the disappearance of Mallory and Irvine. It is unknown of they reached the top.

• The expedition was abandoned due to bad weather before reaching the peak.
• Mallory and Irvine returned safely after a successful climb.
• The expedition successfully reached the summit without any issues.

What are crevices in the Icefall of Mount Everest

• Crevices are deep cracks in the ice that are like bottomless pits

• Crevices are shallow depressions formed by snowfall.
• Crevices are areas where rocks are exposed due to erosion.
• Crevices are small holes in the ice caused by melting.

Who are the natives that help mountaineers climb to the of Everest?

• Sherpas
• Kazakhs
• Incas

• Tibetans