When one is asked to imagine a dangerous sport, he or she is likely to imagine a sport in which one can sustain major injuries. Such sports can include parachuting, bridge jumping, and, most importantly, mountaineering. Mountaineering is a sport in which many players enjoy the adrenaline rush, due to its level of intensity. However, should certain benefits of the sport be a compromise for its dangers? According to considerable evidence provided, the benefits that accompany mountaineering is not a proper justification for the perils involved.
In Source Two, dubbed “Time for a Break on Everest,” the author mentions that the cost of getting a permit to climb Mount Everest is $10,000. A common question that may arise upon hearing this is why would one pay such a grand sum of money for a mountain climb that could potentially lead to a death? The cost of the permit is simply much too costly for an average person to afford. Such amounts require loans that are taken out of banks or other loan lender companies (Source Two). As mentioned before, the risks are quite too daunting. A large block of ice the size of a truck fell during an avalanche (Source Two). The text further details that the avalanche “hit twenty-five men” (Source Two). Of the men, sixteen were killed, all of whom affected by the avalanche were Nepalis. Even if one does successfully make it up the slope, the view is no longer appealing to many, due to the large clusters of other mountaineers already up the peak.
Into Thin Air is a non fiction book written by Jon Krakauer which shows the dangers and challenges of climbing this almighty mountain known as Everest. In this extract, he emphasizes on the uncertainty the mountain offers and how the higher you go, the more fatigue will start hitting in. Jon Krakauer’s emphasis on the dangers and difficulties on climbing Everest, purposeful use of diction as well as also contrasting the dangers with beauty, deeply portrays how even in the toughest of times, people should always see the positives and in this scenario he admires the beauty Everest brings. Krakauer reiterates the difficulties/dangers of climbing Everest and how you have to adapt to any obstacles that might come your way.
In the autobiography The Push, Tommy Caldwell describes his journey as a rock climber and the risks he had to take to get to where he is now. Paul Roberts, in his article Risk, addresses why people take major risks and the addictive factors that are involved, even when they are faced with intense fear. In the Journal of Health Psychology article, Extreme Sports Are Good For Your Health, Eric Brymer and Robert Schweitzer hint on risk and discuss fear as an experience and the relationship that people have with it.
Equestrian sports have been entertaining humans for centuries. Many of these sports have turned fun entertainment into a business. The focus has changed from having fun to making as much money as possible. In every equestrian sport, questionable things are done to train and get horses to their “best” potential. Equestrian sports should have stricter regulations and enforcement in order to ensure and maintain the safety of the horse.
Krakauer explains how following the discovery of Everest as the highest mountain in the world, the journey to the top would take the lives of 24 men, the efforts of 15 expeditions and the passage of 101 years before someone would finally reach the summit. This demonstrates how all though the expedition to the top was not easy, and would require the lives of many men, people would not stop trying because that is human nature. Not all people climb Mt. Everest in their lifetime, but most people, if not all, work hard to achieve something or be successful. Whether that success may be in their professional life, their personal life, or anything else, Mt. Everest can symbolize all of it. It symbolizes a journey to success and relates to the theme of humans natural drive and passion to pursue what they want.
Brekin Conn Argumentative Research Paper Mrs Hernadez 15 February 2023 I think Motocross should be counted as a sport because it is one of the most mentally and physically demanding sports. Also you can get injured badly. Lots of people say it is not very hard but they don't know how hard the riders have to work.
According to the article, “Why Everest?”, by Guy Moreau, “There have been over 230 deaths on the mountain.” People that put themselves in risky situations, should be permitted to rescue services no matter the price that needs to be paid. The expensive machines used to rescue people can give a profit. With the newly found technological advancements, rescuers should be able to save more people than ever. And lastly, unexpected, harsh conditions can throw off any climber’s experience and leave them with no other option but to rely on these services.
Many things could go wrong climbing the highest mountain in the world with an elevation of 29,029 ft. 12 people died climbing Mount Everest. No is responsible for those death. The climbers had chosen to climb the mountain. In the novel it states, “Hall was charging $65,000 a head to guide clients to the top of the world” (Krakauer 35). This shows that a person is willing to pay to go through so much pain, risk and sickness to summit the top of the world.
I believe most people know that climbing Mount Everest needs such a huge bravery, but those people who are trying to climb this world’s highest mountain need to consider about safety more than achievements. As most people knew, there are a lot of people are still trying to attempt to climb Mount Everest, but the results are unexpected, it can either be good or bad; they might got to the top of the mountain and celebrating, then they will just get back to their camp and enjoy their foods and more, or these people might died while attempting to climb Mount Everest, include those people who have families and friends. Which is the adventure of Mount Everest might needs people to risk their life. First of all, the environment on Mount Everest is
Rough Draft Cross country is probably the simplest sport anyone will ever play. All they need is a pair of sneakers and a water bottle. The team runs together, but also as individuals. Cross country is great because even though it is hard, it will help make runners stronger and better at other sports they play.
Snow days, are they over? Snow days are soon going to be replaced with E-days. E-days are days that you have to stay home because of the harsh weather so instead of staying home and watching tv, you can learn from home. So with that said, I think that E-days are a good idea. This essay will explain to the reader that E-days are a good idea because they 1.help save money, 2.
The first attempt and success to climb Mt. Everest occured in 1953. Since then, almost 4,000 people have been able to scale the mountain, but over 230 people have not been able to climb it successfully. There is a chance of accident or death when climbing this mountain or any dangerous activity. All people should should have the right to rescue services even if they knowingly put themselves at risk because there is always a chance of an accident happening, rangers are there to save people in danger, and there are rescue vehicles being produced to be used in case of an emergency.
Mountain climbing is a very tough activity that includes years of training before someone is ready to complete an exhilarating climb. Looking around the world, there are many amazing places to climb. Although two of the most difficult and intense climbs include the Devil’s Thumb in Alaska and Mount Everest, the tallest mountain on earth. “Everest,” by Erik Weihenmayer and “The Devils Thumb,” by Jon Krakauer have some similarities and some differences in terms of the author’s perspective, organization structure, and tone and word choice. As the two authors wrote, they showed their struggles and feats of every situation through words.
Kayleigh McFarland English IH Mrs. Walker March 6th, 2018 February Outside Reading: Analytical Question: What is the argument in Jon Krakauer 's Into Thin Air? Jon Krakauer 's Into Thin Air details the story of the disaster in which several climbers died on the slopes of Mt. Everest in 1996, as witnessed by Jon Krakauer. Krakauer recounts the events of the ill-fated expeditions from his own personal experience and makes several suggestions as to what may have led to the climbers being caught high on the mountain when they might have turned back and remained safe. He also examines his own role in the events as they unfolded, and how much he himself is to blame for what happened.
Over the following decades, Mount Everest has been seen as an opportunity for commercialization. You can now pay thousands of dollars for an experienced climber to guide you up the mountain, along with Sherpas to help you carry your things. This has become such a norm that people have lost sight of the real reason they climb the mountain.
Running, that word gives many people different emotions that range all the way from disgust to excitement. Most people will say that they would never willingly run, at least not without some motivation and other people might even say that they enjoy it. This is why the sport of cross country is so strange to people, in fact it is strange to me as well that people would willingly run, despite the fact that I actually run cross country. The main reason that people don 't think running is fun is because it is so physically challenging. Running requires you to always be on your game, the slightest injury or distraction can prevent you from doing your best.