(1) Standing at 29,029 feet in the air, Mount Everest is located in the Himalayas between Nepal and China. For many adventurers, climbing Mount Everest is the greatest feat that can be achieved in the world. It is a dangerous climb, and many people have failed in the attempt. But for the people who succeed, the chance to actually stand on top of the world is well worth the risk.
Which sentence would best begin paragraph 1?
A.
The highest point of land elevation on Earth is the summit of Mount Everest.
B.
Sir Edmund Hillary, from New Zealand, became the first person to climb the summit of Mount Everest.
C.
Edmund Hillary was the first person to climb Mount Everest, but he wouldn't have made it without Tenzing Norgay.
D.
There are many wonderful attractions to visit in Nepal, but the most popular is Mount Everest.