Available Answers

1. 1.

   Have you ever climbed a hill or a small mountain? How was the experience? What preparation would you need to make if you were climbing a huge mountain?

2. 2.

   What difficulties did the author face before reaching the Balcony?

3. 3.

   Describe the view from the South Summit.

4. 4.

   Where is Hillary Step and what are the difficulties faced at this height?

5. 5.

   What instruction had the NIM instructors given the author about Hillary Step?

6. 6.

   How did the author feel on reaching the top of Mt Everest? Do you think all Everest climbers feel the same way? Give reasons for your answer.