Who is Linda in the story?

• A. She is Krakauer's sister.
• B. She is the Krakauer's wife, concerned about his health and safety.
• C. She is a guide from base camp.
• D. She is a rival climber.

Answer: (B)

Linda is Krakauer's wife, the person who worries about his health and safety during the Everest expedition. This detail shows the personal stakes of his climb—the impact on family and home lives adds emotional depth to the adventure. She isn’t described as a sister, a base-camp guide, or a rival climber, so those options don’t fit the way she’s portrayed in the story.