- 1. Into The Silence by Wade Davis is a compelling narrative that intertwines the quest for adventure with a deep exploration of the human spirit and the majestic, yet unforgiving, landscape of Antarctica. The book chronicles the journey of the early 20th-century explorers who were drawn to the allure of the polar region, particularly the legendary expeditions of George Mallory and his contemporaries. Davis artfully captures the essence of their ambition and the era's intoxicating obsession with discovery, while also delving into the psychological challenges faced by these adventurers in such a hostile environment. Through rich, evocative prose, he paints a vivid picture of the frozen wilderness, the triumphs and tribulations of the explorers, and the spiritual reflections that arise from their encounters with nature at its most raw and powerful. Davis's work reflects not only on the physical challenges of exploration but also on the internal journeys of the individuals who dared to venture into the silence of the polar world, leaving readers with a profound appreciation for both the beauty and the terror of nature.
What is the primary historical event that forms the backdrop of 'Into The Silence'?
A) The British exploration of the North Pole
B) The first successful ascent of Mount Everest
C) The 1921-1924 British Mount Everest expeditions
D) World War I
- 2. Who is the author of 'Into The Silence'?
A) Wade Davis
B) Jon Krakauer
C) George Mallory
D) Edmund Hillary
- 3. Which British climber famously disappeared on Everest in 1924?
A) George Mallory
B) John Noel
C) Arthur Hinks
D) Andrew Irvine
- 4. Who was George Mallory's climbing partner when he disappeared?
A) John de Vars Hazard
B) Andrew Irvine
C) Howard Bury
D) Sandy Wollaston
- 5. What was Mallory's famous response when asked why he wanted to climb Everest?
A) "Because it's there"
B) "For scientific discovery"
C) "To conquer the impossible"
D) "For the glory of England"
- 6. In what year was Mallory's body discovered on Everest?
A) 1975
B) 1999
C) 1924
D) 1953
- 7. What was the primary motivation for the British attempts on Everest in the 1920s?
A) National prestige and imperial ambition
B) Commercial tourism
C) Religious pilgrimage
D) Scientific research
- 8. Who led the 1922 Everest expedition?
A) Francis Younghusband
B) Charles Granville Bruce
C) Arthur Hinks
D) George Mallory
- 9. How many climbers died in an avalanche during the 1922 expedition?
A) Three
B) Five
C) Nine
D) Seven
- 10. Who was the expedition doctor on the 1924 expedition?
A) Howard Somervell
B) Alexander Kellas
C) John de Vars Hazard
D) Arthur Wakefield
- 11. Who was the last person to see Mallory and Irvine alive?
A) John Noel
B) Charles Bruce
C) Howard Somervell
D) Noel Odell
- 12. What was the name of the official photographer on the 1924 expedition?
A) Howard Somervell
B) John Noel
C) George Ingle Finch
D) Noel Odell
- 13. Which climber set a new altitude record on the 1922 expedition?
A) George Finch
B) Howard Somervell
C) Charles Bruce
D) George Mallory
- 14. What physical evidence suggests Mallory might have reached the summit?
A) His diary recorded reaching the top
B) A summit flag was found
C) His goggles were in his pocket
D) He had summit rocks in his pack
- 15. What was the primary route attempted in the 1920s expeditions?
A) The North Col/Northeast Ridge
B) The Kangshung Face
C) The West Ridge
D) The South Col/Southeast Ridge
- 16. What was the main argument against using oxygen equipment?
A) It was considered unsporting
B) It was too heavy
C) It was too expensive
D) It didn't work effectively
- 17. What was the prevailing attitude toward Himalayan porters and Sherpas?
A) They were excluded from high camps
B) They were treated as equals
C) They were essential but often undervalued
D) They were paid better than British climbers
- 18. What significant evidence was NOT found with Mallory's body?
A) His altimeter
B) Personal letters
C) The camera
D) Sunglasses
- 19. What was the highest altitude reached during the 1922 expedition?
A) 27,300 feet
B) 28,500 feet
C) 29,000 feet
D) 26,000 feet
- 20. What was the nationality of the expedition doctor Alexander Kellas?
A) Welsh
B) Irish
C) English
D) Scottish
- 21. Which Tibetan monastery controlled access to Everest during these expeditions?
A) Rongbuk Monastery
B) Tashilhunpo Monastery
C) Potala Palace
D) Sera Monastery
- 22. Which British institution organized and funded the Everest expeditions?
A) Royal Geographical Society
B) British Museum
C) Oxford University
D) British Army
- 23. How old was George Mallory during his final Everest attempt?
A) 45
B) 42
C) 37
D) 29
- 24. What was the 'Yellow Band' that challenged climbers on the North Face?
A) An area of deep snow
B) A section of difficult limestone rock
C) A zone of extreme wind
D) A section of blue ice
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