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