Summary Chapter 1 Flashcards
What date does Jon Krakauer stand at the summit of Mount Everest?
May 10, 1996
Who are the two guides that accompany Jon Krakauer at the summit?
- Anatoli Boukreev
- Andy Harris
How long had Jon Krakauer gone without sleep when he reached the summit?
57 hours
What physical condition does Krakauer experience at the summit due to the thin air?
He feels exhausted and can’t summon energy to enjoy the moment.
What does Krakauer see that indicates danger during his descent?
Three large teams of people climbing up the Hillary Step.
What mistake does Andy Harris make that affects Krakauer’s oxygen supply?
He mistakenly turns Krakauer’s oxygen valve all the way up.
What is the name of the infamous notch Krakauer must descend?
Hillary Step
What happens to Krakauer when he is waiting to descend the Hillary Step?
He is on the brink of losing consciousness due to low oxygen.
What does Krakauer realize is coming as he inhales oxygen from his tank?
A storm is approaching.
What does Krakauer criticize throughout the book regarding large group expeditions?
They can be dangerous because everyone goes at a different pace.
What is the significance of the May 10, 1996 Everest disaster?
It is one of the deadliest mountaineering accidents in recent history.
Fill in the blank: Krakauer’s expedition to Everest was one of the best-organized _______ that year.
expeditions
True or False: Jon Krakauer felt he could fully appreciate the beauty of the summit of Mount Everest.
False
What is the main theme of the book ‘Into Thin Air’?
The history of mountaineering and the dangers encountered during Krakauer’s expedition.
Who is the last mountaineer to climb across the Hillary Step as observed by Krakauer?
Scott Fischer
What does Krakauer need to access in order to continue his descent safely?
A fresh oxygen tank.
What does Krakauer note about the weather when he begins his descent?
The weather looked clear.
