The Old Man and the Sea Short Answer Test Questions

Short Answer Questions

Directions: Answer each question with the appropriate short response.

Short Answer Questions - Detailed Summary & Analysis

1. How long had Santiago gone without catching a fish?

2. What is the meaning of salao?

3. Why does the boy stop fishing with Santiago?

4. Even though the boy can no longer fish with Santiago, how does he show his loyalty?

5. How long had their last dry spell lasted before the old man and the boy caught some good fish?

6. What advice does Santiago give the boy about the boat he is now working on?

7. What is a favorite topic of conversation for Santiago and the boy?

8. Why does the old man wish to take Joe DiMaggio fishing?

9. How old was the boy the first time he went...
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