No Summit Out Of Sight: The True Story Of The Youngest Person To Climb The Seven Summits

How does each different culture that Jordan visits relate to the land and to their mountains? What similarities does each culture share, and in what ways are they unique in their views? Cite the text to illustrate.

In what sense do mountains symbolize The Power of Setting and Achieving Goals? What does it mean to “Find Your Everest”?

How do mountain climbing and all its challenges propel Jordan’s personal growth and development? Why does he say that he feels more like a man than a boy by the time he completes all of his climbs?

What kind of parents are Karen and Paul? What makes them an essential component in Jordan’s success, and how does Jordan express his gratitude for their support? Use passages from the text to illustrate.

Why does Jordan emphasize The Value of Teamwork as a key theme in achieving one’s goals? What is Jordan’s perspective on trying to “climb mountains” without relying on anyone else?

Why did some people and media outlets criticize Jordan and his family for climbing the world’s most challenging mountains at such a young age? How did Jordan respond to this criticism, and what does his response indicate about his character?

What does Jordan learn from the Sherpas in Tibet, and why do they inspire him? How was the Tibetan culture affected by Chinese occupation, and how did it manage to stay strong despite this oppression?

What were Jordan’s reasons for wanting to reach the Seven Summits?