- 1. When was the first ascent of the Matterhorn?
A) 1880
B) 1870
C) 1865
D) 1850
- 2. Which ridge is commonly used to ascend the Matterhorn?
A) Zmutt Ridge
B) Hörnli Ridge
C) Furggen Ridge
D) Lion Ridge
- 3. Who was the first person to reach the summit of the Matterhorn?
A) Lord Francis Douglas
B) Lucy Walker
C) Jean-Antoine Carrel
D) Edward Whymper
- 4. What nationality was the guide Jean-Antoine Carrel who ascended the Matterhorn shortly after the first ascent?
A) German
B) French
C) Italian
D) Swiss
- 5. Which season is the most popular for climbing the Matterhorn?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Spring
D) Autumn
- 6. What is the name of the nearby town popular as a base for climbers attempting the Matterhorn?
A) Interlaken
B) Grindelwald
C) Chamonix
D) Zermatt
- 7. Which mountain range is the Matterhorn a part of?
A) Bernese Alps
B) Mont Blanc Massif
C) Cottian Alps
D) Pennine Alps
- 8. Which mountain lies directly across from the Matterhorn and is known for its distinct pyramidal shape?
A) Monte Rosa
B) Dent Blanche
C) Eiger
D) Weisshorn
- 9. What is the name of the mountain guide from Zermatt who accompanied Edward Whymper on the first ascent?
A) Michel Croz
B) Jean-Antoine Carrel
C) Christian Almer
D) Peter Taugwalder
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