Yamanba of the

Question

Mountain
Cathy Spagnoli
No one spoke. Even the bravest men and women
were silent. Everyone had helped to make the
mochi, but no one wanted to face that frightful
yamanba.
Finally, a small woman stepped up. "I'm the oldest
here," she said. "I've lived a good life, and I'm
ready to die if I must. I will go and try."
Voices suddenly wrapped round her, thanking her
again and again. Two young men who knew the
mountain were chosen to guide her, and they all
set off the next day. Higher and higher and higher
they climbed. Soon, the wind howled and pushed
against them.
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A)
Use the story excerpt to answer the question.
Based on the sensory imagery in the excerpt,
what is most likely true about the woman in this
scene?
(1 point)
She is thankful the young men agreed
to guide her way.
She is frightened like the others, but
she is also determined.
She is struggling more than the others,
but she is too stubborn to admit it.
She is surprised the others are
struggling so much.

Answer 1

Based on the sensory imagery in the excerpt, the most likely true statement about the woman in this scene is:

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

The excerpt indicates that there is fear among the group regarding facing the yamanba, but the woman demonstrates her determination by stepping up to take on the challenge despite the potential danger.