The Old Man and the Sea | Short Question Answer Key

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

84 days.

2. What is the meaning of salao?

Extreme bad luck.

3. Why does the boy stop fishing with Santiago?

His parents force him to go with a lucky boat.

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

He goes every day to help him unload his equipment.

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

86 days.

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

Stay there while the luck is still working for that boat.

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

Baseball.

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

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