What sparked the argument between Peak and his father, and what was the result?

• A. Peak's father pressed him to write letters back to his mother; Peak accused him of having all Peak's letters and never replying.
• B. Peak wanted to quit; his father insisted he continue.
• C. Peak wanted to change the climb route; his father disagreed.
• D. Peak's father criticized his climbing; Peak apologized.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is the clash between Peak and his father over communication and parental pressure. The argument starts when Peak’s father pushes him to write letters back to his mother. Peak then lashes out, accusing his father of having all his letters and never replying himself. This moment shows how the two struggle to communicate and how Peak feels his privacy and voice are being sidelined, leading to a heated confrontation rather than an immediate resolution.