Scrambles Amongst the Alps by Edward Whymper - Quiz
- 1. Scrambles Amongst the Alps, written by Edward Whymper and first published in 1871, is a renowned mountaineering narrative that chronicles the author's adventurous explorations and climbs in the Swiss Alps during the mid-19th century. The book provides not only a detailed account of Whymper's expeditions but also reflects the spirit of the golden age of alpinism, capturing the challenges and triumphs faced by early mountaineers. Whymper's descriptive prose conveys the breathtaking beauty of the Alpine landscapes, as well as the perilous nature of climbing in an era before modern gear and techniques were developed. Amongst the various climbs documented in the book, the ascent of the Matterhorn stands out as a pivotal episode, filled with tension and drama, and marking a significant moment in both Whymper's life and the history of mountain climbing. Whymper's meticulous attention to detail, along with his insights on the physical and psychological demands of climbing, has made this work a timeless classic that continues to inspire adventurers and mountaineers to this day. The book is illustrated with stunning photographs and sketches that further enhance the reader's understanding of the majestic yet formidable environment in which these scrambles take place.
What year did Edward Whymper first successfully climb the Matterhorn?
A) 1885
B) 1865
C) 1875
D) 1855
- 2. How many people died during the descent after the first Matterhorn ascent?
A) 3
B) 5
C) 2
D) 4
- 3. What was the name of Whymper's book about his Alpine experiences?
A) The White Death
B) Climbing the Matterhorn
C) Alpine Adventures
D) Scrambles Amongst the Alps
- 4. Which Italian guide died in the Matterhorn accident?
A) Christian Almer
B) Jean-Antoine Carrel
C) Michel Croz
D) Peter Taugwalder
- 5. What was unique about the Matterhorn among Alpine peaks when Whymper climbed it?
A) Most technically difficult
B) First volcanic peak climbed
C) Last major unclimbed Alpine peak
D) Highest peak in Alps
- 6. From which side did Whymper's successful Matterhorn ascent begin?
A) Zermatt side
B) Austrian side
C) French side
D) Italian side
- 7. What was the name of the young British aristocrat who died on the Matterhorn?
A) Sir Edmund Hillary
B) Lord Byron
C) John Ruskin
D) Lord Francis Douglas
- 8. Which British clergyman died in the Matterhorn accident?
A) William Wordsworth
B) John Tyndall
C) Charles Hudson
D) Thomas Arnold
- 9. How many people total were in Whymper's successful Matterhorn ascent party?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8
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