1. Make a list of the main events in this Everest story. Then, circle the events
during which Krakauer or other
climbers were in grave danger. Tell
the outcome of each circled event.

D

Explanation:

In this sentence, the beaches of the Florida Keys are white and pristine enough to have the same appearance as a snow-covered street up North at the same time of year.

The pavement of shells are not being compared to a row of palms, because those are both details found at the beach. The white sailboat is not being compared to the beach; it is only landing there. The Florida Keys themselves are not being compared to the northern streets. It is the beaches of the Florida Keys that are the object of comparison.