Mountains: Surviving On Mount Everest
page 349: How old was Temba Tsheri when he finally reached the summit?
16 years old, the youngest person to climb Mount Everest.
page 350: What is meant by a mountain range? Can you name any?
A group of mountains. Rocky Mountains, the Andes
page 350: Where can we find mountains?
All over the world, even in the sea.
page 348: What is Mount Everest famous for?
Being the world's highest mountain.
page 354 What kind of survival equipment is needed to climb Mount Everest?
Climbing suit, gloves, goggles....
page 351: Where can we find Mount Everest?
In Asia.
page 352: What are some problems that climbers face when going up Mount Everest?
Not enough oxygen Very strong winds Freezing cold temperature Frostbite
page 353: Who were the first climbers who succeeded in climbing Mount Everest?
Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.
page 355: Why do the climbers move from camp to camp?
So their bodies can get used to the higher altitudes.
page 353: Why do people climb mountains?
Some people enjoy the thrill of being high above the clouds. Others like the challenge of testing their skills.
page 360 What did people used to call Mt. Everest?
the "World's highest garbage can"
