- 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) World War I
C) The 1921-1924 British Mount Everest expeditions
D) The first successful ascent of Mount Everest
- 2. Who is the author of 'Into The Silence'?
A) Jon Krakauer
B) George Mallory
C) Edmund Hillary
D) Wade Davis
- 3. Which British climber famously disappeared on Everest in 1924?
A) Arthur Hinks
B) John Noel
C) Andrew Irvine
D) George Mallory
- 4. Who was George Mallory's climbing partner when he disappeared?
A) Andrew Irvine
B) John de Vars Hazard
C) Sandy Wollaston
D) Howard Bury
- 5. What was Mallory's famous response when asked why he wanted to climb Everest?
A) "Because it's there"
B) "For the glory of England"
C) "For scientific discovery"
D) "To conquer the impossible"
- 6. In what year was Mallory's body discovered on Everest?
A) 1975
B) 1953
C) 1999
D) 1924
- 7. What was the primary motivation for the British attempts on Everest in the 1920s?
A) National prestige and imperial ambition
B) Scientific research
C) Religious pilgrimage
D) Commercial tourism
- 8. Who led the 1922 Everest expedition?
A) Arthur Hinks
B) Charles Granville Bruce
C) George Mallory
D) Francis Younghusband
- 9. How many climbers died in an avalanche during the 1922 expedition?
A) Seven
B) Five
C) Nine
D) Three
- 10. Who was the expedition doctor on the 1924 expedition?
A) Arthur Wakefield
B) Alexander Kellas
C) Howard Somervell
D) John de Vars Hazard
- 11. Who was the last person to see Mallory and Irvine alive?
A) Howard Somervell
B) Charles Bruce
C) Noel Odell
D) John Noel
- 12. What was the name of the official photographer on the 1924 expedition?
A) George Ingle Finch
B) Noel Odell
C) Howard Somervell
D) John Noel
- 13. Which climber set a new altitude record on the 1922 expedition?
A) George Mallory
B) Charles Bruce
C) George Finch
D) Howard Somervell
- 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 Kangshung Face
B) The West Ridge
C) The North Col/Northeast Ridge
D) The South Col/Southeast Ridge
- 16. What was the main argument against using oxygen equipment?
A) It didn't work effectively
B) It was too expensive
C) It was considered unsporting
D) It was too heavy
- 17. What was the prevailing attitude toward Himalayan porters and Sherpas?
A) They were paid better than British climbers
B) They were essential but often undervalued
C) They were excluded from high camps
D) They were treated as equals
- 18. What significant evidence was NOT found with Mallory's body?
A) Sunglasses
B) The camera
C) His altimeter
D) Personal letters
- 19. What was the highest altitude reached during the 1922 expedition?
A) 27,300 feet
B) 26,000 feet
C) 28,500 feet
D) 29,000 feet
- 20. What was the nationality of the expedition doctor Alexander Kellas?
A) Irish
B) English
C) Welsh
D) Scottish
- 21. Which Tibetan monastery controlled access to Everest during these expeditions?
A) Rongbuk Monastery
B) Potala Palace
C) Tashilhunpo Monastery
D) Sera Monastery
- 22. Which British institution organized and funded the Everest expeditions?
A) British Army
B) Oxford University
C) Royal Geographical Society
D) British Museum
- 23. How old was George Mallory during his final Everest attempt?
A) 29
B) 42
C) 37
D) 45
- 24. What was the 'Yellow Band' that challenged climbers on the North Face?
A) A zone of extreme wind
B) An area of deep snow
C) A section of difficult limestone rock
D) A section of blue ice
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