From John Krakauer, Into Thin Air. Copyright 1997 by John Krakauer
How does Krakauer's use of imagery and sensory details in the final paragraph contribute to
the meaning of the passage?
It provides further evidence that the icefall is filled with hidden dangers.
It suggests that the Icefall, though dangerous, is also majestic and inspiring.
It illustrates that the icefall's high altitude can cause climbers to hallucinate.
It implies that passing through the icefall is actually fairly easy for Krakauer.
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