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What does Josh’s description of the old days (“trail mix, water, and an old rope”) suggest about how climbing has changed?
It used to be simpler and less commercialized.
Why did Josh say they had to keep Peak’s climb a secret from the Chinese?
Because they might cancel the permit if they knew his age.
Why didn’t Josh tell Peak’s mom about the Everest plan in detail?
She might have tried to stop it.
Why did Josh refuse to take George higher on the mountain?
George had a heart problem that could be dangerous at high altitude.
What is a “crevasse” in climbing terms?
A deep crack in a glacier.
What does “publicity” mean?
Public attention or coverage in the media.
What is a “permit” in mountain climbing?
Official permission to climb a mountain.
Peak Experience is running only the Everest climb this year.
 
False
 
True
Dr. Krieger warned Peak that Captain Shek sometimes dresses like a climber.
 
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Josh had two extra climbing permits available when Peak arrived.
 
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False
What does Josh call the change in climbing from the old days to now?
From “rock rats” to “rock weasels.”
What did Josh say could happen if the Chinese found out about Peak’s age?
They might pull the climbing permit.
What nationality was the youngest person to summit Everest before Peak’s attempt?
Nepalese (Ming Kipa Sherpa).
Who wrote the article about Peak’s skyscraper climb?
Holly Angelo.
What was printed on the sign for the over-fifty climbers’ team?
“THE GERIATRIC TEAM. BEWARE OF GRUMPY OLD CLIMBERS!”
What is the name of Josh’s adventure travel company?
Peak Experience.
How many people did Josh say were at Base Camp?
About 350 at Base Camp, plus about 50 higher up.
Who is Captain Shek?
A Chinese officer who monitors climbers in Tibet.
Who told George he had a heart murmur?
Dr. Krieger.
What was the name of Josh’s angry client with heart problems?
George.
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