Which statement best describes the author's viewpoint of Hillary in this excerpt?

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He sees Hillary as a weak man who is trying to fool the public with exaggerated stories of his climbing accomplishments.

He sees Hillary as a weak man who is trying to fool the public with exaggerated stories of his climbing accomplishments.

He views Hillary as a superior climber and a national hero who is worthy of every respect and everyone’s admiration.

He views Hillary as a superior climber and a national hero who is worthy of every respect and everyone’s admiration.

He sees Hillary as a liar and cheat who is trying to destroy his reputation; this account is meant to set the record straight.

He sees Hillary as a liar and cheat who is trying to destroy his reputation; this account is meant to set the record straight.

He feels that he and Hillary were equals and that they could not have climbed Everest without each other’s help.

Answer 1

To accurately determine the author's viewpoint of Hillary based on the excerpt, we would need more context or the specific language used in the excerpt. However, I can help you analyze the choices you've provided based on common themes and possible interpretations.

1. The first option describes Hillary as weak and deceptive. This indicates a very negative viewpoint.
2. The second option presents Hillary in an extremely positive light, depicting him as a hero and a superior climber. This suggests admiration and respect.
3. The third option portrays Hillary as dishonest and damaging to the author's reputation, implying a defensive stance from the author.
4. The fourth option represents a sense of partnership and equality between the author and Hillary, suggesting mutual respect and collaborative effort.

Without the specific excerpt to analyze, I can't definitively identify which statement best represents the author's viewpoint. If you provide the excerpt or key quotes, I would be able to help you more effectively analyze the author's viewpoint regarding Hillary.