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What is the height of El Capitan?
What is the height of El Capitan?
Alex Honnold was the first person to ever free solo El Capitan.
Alex Honnold was the first person to ever free solo El Capitan.
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Who is the co-director of Free Solo?
Who is the co-director of Free Solo?
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Honnold's mother explains that when he’s free soloing, he feels most _____ .
Honnold's mother explains that when he’s free soloing, he feels most _____ .
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Match the following characters with their contributions in the movie Free Solo:
Match the following characters with their contributions in the movie Free Solo:
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What is a significant risk involved in free soloing El Capitan?
What is a significant risk involved in free soloing El Capitan?
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Alex Honnold completed the climb of El Capitan without any ropes.
Alex Honnold completed the climb of El Capitan without any ropes.
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What emotion does Honnold feel most alive when free soloing?
What emotion does Honnold feel most alive when free soloing?
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The movie Free Solo was co-directed by _____ and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi.
The movie Free Solo was co-directed by _____ and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi.
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What unique challenge did the cinematographers face while filming Free Solo?
What unique challenge did the cinematographers face while filming Free Solo?
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Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi believes it was more frightening for Honnold to ask someone for help than to free solo.
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi believes it was more frightening for Honnold to ask someone for help than to free solo.
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Match the following individuals with their contributions to Free Solo:
Match the following individuals with their contributions to Free Solo:
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Honnold's MRI scan results suggest that he doesn't feel _____ as much as other people.
Honnold's MRI scan results suggest that he doesn't feel _____ as much as other people.
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Study Notes
El Capitan
- El Capitan is a granite cliff in Yosemite National Park
- Its height is 3,000 feet
Alex Honnold
- Alex Honnold was the first person to free solo El Capitan
Free Solo
- Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi are the directors of Free Solo
Honnold and Free Solo
- Honnold's mother explains that he feels most alive when he's free soloing
Characters and Contributions
- Alex Honnold: the main character who free soloed El Capitan
- Jimmy Chin: a photographer and filmmaker, and the co-director of Free Solo
- Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi: the co-director of Free Solo
- Honnold's mother: explains Honnold's character and motivations
- Honnold's girlfriend: helps him through the process of free soloing El Capitan
- Sandi Hill: Honnold's climbing partner
Free Solo: A Movie About Alex Honnold's Free Solo Climb of El Capitan
- Free Solo documents Alex Honnold's attempt to free solo El Capitan, a 3,200-foot (975 m) rock in Yosemite National Park, California.
- Free soloing is a form of climbing without ropes, using only the climber's strength and ability.
- El Capitan's narrow ledges and lack of footholds in some areas make the free solo climb extremely dangerous, as a single misstep could be fatal.
- Honnold's meticulous route planning and practice are highlighted, underscoring his focus and determination.
- The film's graphic depiction of Honnold's risky climb, along with the awareness of potential fatal consequences, creates a tense viewing experience.
- Filming the climb presented challenges, requiring cinematographers who could also climb, emphasizing the need to remain silent during filming to avoid distracting Honnold.
- Director Jimmy Chin, who is also Honnold's friend, describes the fear of witnessing Honnold's potential fall, expressing his concern that the cameras might be adding pressure on Honnold.
- Interviews with Honnold's mother and co-director Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi offer insight into Honnold's motivation for free soloing, highlighting a deep connection to the activity and a sense of heightened self-discovery.
- An MRI scan of Honnold's brain reveals a potential reduced capacity for fear compared to others, suggesting a possible reason for his boldness in free soloing.
- The film's success in capturing Honnold's extraordinary achievement, the people involved, and Honnold's personal story contributed to numerous awards and high praise.
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Description
This quiz explores the remarkable achievements of Alex Honnold in the documentary 'Free Solo', focusing on his unprecedented free solo climb of El Capitan. Discover the meticulous preparation, the extreme challenges involved, and the filmmaking hurdles faced during this groundbreaking ascent. Test your knowledge about this incredible feat of climbing and filmmaking.
