The Seven Summits
What is the highest mountain in the world?
Mount Everest
What inspired Jordan to start climbing the Seven Summits?
A school mural of the Seven Summits
Name two dangers of climbing high mountains
Possible answers:
frostbite
avalanches
altitude sickness
exhaustion
What is the name of Jordan’s father?
Paul Romero
What is one lesson Jordan learned from his journey?
Possible answers:
perseverance
facing fears
teamwork
On which continent is Mount Vinson located?
Antarctica
Who were Jordan’s main climbing partners?
His father Paul and stepmother Karen
What does "climb high, sleep low" mean?
A method to help climbers acclimate to high altitudes.
What was Jordan’s mom’s initial reaction to his goal?
She was worried and didn’t want him to go.
How did Jordan train for the climbs?
running
weight training
hiking
mental preparation
What is the tallest mountain in South America?
Aconcagua
How old was Jordan when he climbed Mount Everest?
13 years old
What is the "Death Zone" on Mount Everest?
The altitude above 26,000 feet where oxygen levels are dangerously low
What role did Karen play in Jordan’s climbs?
She was a key climbing partner and helped with training.
She always provided him with motivation and support.
She gave him snacks.
What was Jordan’s biggest goal in climbing the Seven Summits?
To prove kids can achieve big dreams.
Which of the Seven Summits did Jordan climb first?
Kilimanjaro
What was the final mountain Jordan climbed to complete the challenge?
Mount Vinson
What is the purpose of base camps on big mountains?
To help climbers adjust to altitude before pushing to the summit.
How did Jordan’s family raise money for his climbs?
Sponsorships and fundraising efforts.
What mental strategies did Jordan use to stay motivated during tough climbs?
He focused on small goals, stayed positive, relied on his team for encouragement, and reminded himself why he started the journey.
Name all Seven Summits in the order of which Jordan climbed them.
1. Kilimanjaro
2. Kosciuszko
3. Elbrus
4. Aconcagua
5. Denali
6. Carstensz
7. Everest
8. Vinson
What was one major obstacle Jordan faced on his journey?
(Answers may vary).
altitude sickness
extreme weather
funding
What does an ice axe help a climber do?
Provides balance and helps stop falls on icy slopes
Why was it important for Jordan to have family support during his climbs?
Answers may vary:
emotional encouragement
physical safety
logistics
Why do you think the book is called No Summit Out of Sight?
Because any goal is possible with hard work and determination.