- 1. Nanga Parbat, known as the 'Killer Mountain', is the ninth-highest mountain in the world, standing at a towering 8,126 meters (26,660 feet) above sea level, and is located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. It is part of the formidable Himalayas and presents a striking profile with its snow-capped peaks piercing the sky, surrounded by vast glaciers and steep, rugged terrain. The mountain is infamous not only for its beauty but also for its treacherous climbing conditions, which have claimed the lives of many mountaineers who have attempted to reach its summit. Its name derives from the Urdu language, meaning 'Naked Mountain', which aptly describes the stark and stunning landscapes that contrast dramatically with the verdant valleys below. Nanga Parbat's summit is often shrouded in clouds, and climatic conditions can change rapidly, making it a challenging destination for even the most seasoned climbers. The mountain has multiple climbing routes, with the Rupal Face being one of the longest and highest rock faces in the world. It has a rich history of exploration and mountaineering, notably marked by Hermann Buhl’s legendary ascent in 1953 without supplemental oxygen, which remains a highlight in the annals of mountaineering. The area surrounding Nanga Parbat is also rich in cultural heritage, inhabited by the indigenous people who possess their unique traditions and lifestyles, thus making it not only a climber's dream but a fascinating cultural experience.
Where is Nanga Parbat located?
A) Pakistan
B) Nepal
C) China
D) India
- 2. What is the English translation of Nanga Parbat?
A) Great Peak
B) Naked Mountain
C) Snowy Summit
D) High Rock
- 3. What is the height of Nanga Parbat?
A) 8,611 meters
B) 7,980 meters
C) 8,126 meters
D) 7,370 meters
- 4. What is another name for Nanga Parbat?
A) Mighty Summit
B) Killer Mountain
C) Dangerous Rock
D) Giant Peak
- 5. Which mountain range does Nanga Parbat belong to?
A) Rockies
B) Himalayas
C) Andes
D) Alps
- 6. Who was the first person to reach the summit of Nanga Parbat?
A) Edmund Hillary
B) Hermann Buhl
C) Reinhold Messner
D) Alex Honnold
- 7. In which year did Hermann Buhl reach the summit of Nanga Parbat?
A) 1984
B) 1965
C) 1978
D) 1953
- 8. Which of the following facts about Nanga Parbat is FALSE?
A) It is known for its treacherous weather
B) It is the highest mountain in the world
C) It is notoriously difficult to climb
D) It is one of the 14 eight-thousanders
- 9. Which river flows near the base of Nanga Parbat?
A) Yangtze River
B) Indus River
C) Ganges River
D) Amazon River
- 10. Where does Nanga Parbat rank among the world's highest mountains?
A) 5th
B) 12th
C) 9th
D) 3rd
- 11. What is the local language spoken near Nanga Parbat?
A) Pashto
B) Shina
C) Urdu
D) Punjabi
- 12. What is the prominent feature on the southwest face of Nanga Parbat that looms over the Diamir Valley called?
A) Southwest Spire
B) Delhi Wall
C) Rupal Face
D) Munich Peak
- 13. Which country borders Nanga Parbat to the north?
A) Uzbekistan
B) Kyrgyzstan
C) Afghanistan
D) China
- 14. Which climber holds the record for the fastest solo ascent of Nanga Parbat's Rupal Face route in 2018?
A) Chris Bonington
B) Alex Txikon
C) Cory Richards
D) Ueli Steck
- 15. When was the first winter ascent of Nanga Parbat achieved?
A) 1983
B) 1995
C) 2004
D) 2016
- 16. Who led the first winter ascent of Nanga Parbat in 2016?
A) Jerzy Kukuczka
B) Simone Moro
C) Reinhold Messner
D) Krzysztof Wielicki
- 17. Who attempted the first ascent of Nanga Parbat in 1895 and disappeared during the expedition?
A) Oscar Eckenstein
B) Albert Mummery
C) Geoff Ryman
D) Karl Gufler
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