- 1. This quiz will test your knowledge about Sagarmatha, also known as Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. Located in the Mahalangur Himal sub-range of the Himalayas in Nepal, its summit stands at an awe-inspiring 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet) above sea level. What is the Nepali name for Mount Everest?
A) Chomolungma
B) Annapurna
C) K2
D) Sagarmatha
- 2. The Everest region is part of a larger mountain range. Which mountain range does Sagarmatha belong to?
A) Andes
B) Rockies
C) Himalayas
D) Alps
- 3. Sagarmatha is located in which country?
A) Tibet
B) Bhutan
C) Nepal
D) India
- 4. What is the Tibetan name for Mount Everest?
A) Dhaulagiri
B) Kangchenjunga
C) Chomolungma
D) Sagarmatha
- 5. Which national park in Nepal is home to Sagarmatha?
A) Chitwan National Park
B) Bardiya National Park
C) Sagarmatha National Park
D) Khaptad National Park
- 6. The Everest region is a popular trekking destination. What is the primary gateway town for most Everest treks?
A) Namche Bazaar
B) Solukhumbu
C) Kathmandu
D) Lukla
- 7. The Sherpa people are renowned for their mountaineering skills in the Everest region. What is their traditional homeland?
A) Dolpo Region
B) Annapurna Region
C) Khumbu Valley
D) Langtang Valley
- 8. The two main climbing routes to the summit of Everest are from the north and the south. Which side of the mountain is generally considered the standard route for most climbers?
A) North Col Route (Tibet side)
B) Northeast Ridge
C) West Ridge
D) South Col Route (Nepal side)
- 9. What is the primary airport for flights to Lukla, the starting point for Everest treks?
A) Pokhara Airport
B) Nepalgunj Airport
C) Bharatpur Airport
D) Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)
- 10. The Everest region is characterized by a unique ecosystem. What type of vegetation is dominant at higher altitudes?
A) Alpine vegetation
B) Tropical rainforest
C) Desert scrub
D) Savanna
- 11. What is the name of the highest camp on the South Col route, situated just below the summit?
A) Camp III
B) Camp IV (South Col)
C) Camp II
D) Base Camp
- 12. The Khumbu Icefall is a treacherous section on the ascent to Everest. What is it primarily composed of?
A) Permafrost
B) Solid rock
C) Loose scree
D) Moving glacier ice
- 13. What is the typical climbing season for Everest expeditions?
A) Autumn (September-October)
B) Summer (June-August)
C) Spring (April-May)
D) Winter (December-February)
- 14. Which of the following is a significant challenge faced by climbers on Everest?
A) Easy accessibility
B) Altitude sickness
C) Abundant oxygen
D) Mild temperatures
- 15. The first successful ascent of Sagarmatha was achieved by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. In what year did this historic climb take place?
A) 1953
B) 1947
C) 1975
D) 1960
- 16. What is the approximate altitude of the Khumbu Icefall?
A) Around 5,000-6,000 meters
B) Around 7,000-8,000 meters
C) Above 8,000 meters
D) Below 3,000 meters
- 17. What is the main type of terrain encountered in Sagarmatha National Park besides the peak itself?
A) Dense tropical jungle
B) Vast grassy plains
C) Rolling sand dunes
D) Rugged mountain terrain with glaciers
- 18. Which of these is a famous Sherpa settlement and a crucial stop on the Everest Base Camp trek?
A) Pheriche
B) Thukla
C) Gorekhshep
D) Namche Bazaar
- 19. What is the primary economic activity in the Everest region for the local population, besides tourism?
A) Mining
B) Fishing
C) Large-scale manufacturing
D) Agriculture and animal husbandry
- 20. The region is home to unique wildlife. Which of these animals might be found in the higher reaches of Sagarmatha National Park?
A) Snow leopard
B) Rhino
C) Tiger
D) Elephant
- 21. What is the name of the famous monastery visited by trekkers on the way to Everest Base Camp?
A) Boudhanath Stupa
B) Tengboche Monastery
C) Swayambhunath Stupa
D) Pashupatinath Temple
- 22. The oxygen levels at the summit of Everest are very low. Approximately what percentage of sea-level oxygen is available at 8,848 meters?
A) About one-third
B) Almost double
C) The same as at sea level
D) About half
- 23. What is the primary weather phenomenon that significantly impacts climbing conditions on Everest?
A) Blizzards (though common, monsoon is a larger seasonal factor)
B) Monsoon winds
C) Tornadoes
D) Hurricanes
- 24. The Everest region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. What is the primary reason for its designation?
A) Outstanding natural beauty and geological significance
B) Rich historical ruins
C) Unique indigenous cultural festivals
D) Ancient agricultural practices
- 25. What is the approximate distance from Everest Base Camp to the summit?
A) Less than 1 kilometer
B) Exactly 5 kilometers
C) Roughly 3.5 kilometers (vertical)
D) Over 10 kilometers
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