Knowledge Check: Glacier Travel

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A crack in a glacier is called a:

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Moat

Bergschrund

Crevasse

Cornice

The large crevasse at the top of a glacier where it separates from the ice snow above is called:

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Bergschrund

Cornice

Crevasse

Moat - "randkluft or rimaye"

Which of the following statements about crevasses is true?:

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Crevasses don’t change. They are always in the same place.

Crevasses are never deeper than 3 ft.

Crevasses can be hidden under snow or open/exposed.

Crevasses are an issue in winter only.

Additional essential gear for glacier travel beyond the normal for snow climbing includes:

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A 2nd ice tool

At least two Prusiks for self-rescue

A mechanical ascender

A beacon for avalanche rescue

All of the above

A climbing party should rope up:

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When a running belay is necessary

On glaciers

Where team arrest is possible

All of the above

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