Yamanba of the mountain by Cathy Spagnoil

Question

Based on the sensory imagery in the excerpt what is most likely true about the woman in this scene?

She is frightened like the others but she is also determined.
She is struggling more than others but she is too stubborn to admit it.
She is surprised the others are struggling so much.
She is thankful the young men agreed to guide her way.

Answer 1

Based on the sensory imagery and the context typically associated with scenes involving characters like Yamanba, the most likely true statement about the woman in this scene is:

She is frightened like the others but she is also determined.

This interpretation suggests that the woman is experiencing fear, which is common in challenging scenarios, but her determination indicates her strength and resolve to overcome the situation.