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Question | Answer |
Who is the author of 'The Old Man and The Sea' ? | Ernest Hemmingway |
What type of narration is used? | First person narrator |
List and explain three symbols in the book | 85 - the numerology -a sun sign- relates itself to Santiago's personality, saying that you should listen to your inner voice and take directions from it to manifest your desire in life La Mar - representing the sea as a women Lions - youth |
Summarize the plot of the book | In Cuba, Havana (the capital of Cuba), Santiago sails out to the Gulf Stream farther than any fisherman has gone to catch a marlin, yet, returning back to his village with the marlin washed up. Eaten. |
Explain the flashback when Santiago was "El Campion." Explain why this was included in the story | It was when Santiago was in his youth, arm wrestling a negro in a bar which lasted for 1 day and 1 night. The flashback gives him courage to continue and fight the marlin |
Explain how Santiago has believes he has committed a sin | He destroyed the marlins beauty for his own pride |
What makes Santiago the protagonist of this story? | He's unlike most fishermen, he respected and loved the fish - showing love and compassion as the theme- and even after he killed the fish. He felt guilty for destroying its beauty |
Explain what makes Santiago a Christ figure in this story | He carried the Marlin over his shoulders, to suffer and prove himself |
List five themes in the book. Briefly explain each one | Nature Wisdom of old age Love and Compassion Pride and Determination Strength and Endurance |
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