The Old Man and the Sea Plot Quiz

What is the primary conflict faced by Santiago in the story?

• His internal battle with aging.
• His desire to prove his worth to Manolin.
• His struggle against nature and the sea.
• His competition with other fishermen.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the primary conflict that Santiago faces throughout the story?

• His internal battle with aging.
• His desire to prove his worth to Manolin.
• His competition with other fishermen.
• His struggle against nature and the sea.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Santiago's experience over eighty-four days without a catch symbolize?

• The futility of dreams.
• The importance of perseverance.
• The struggle for survival.
• The inevitability of aging.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Santiago's physical appearance reflect his life as a fisherman?

• He has a vibrant and healthy complexion.
• He is overweight and out of shape.
• He has deep-creased scars from handling heavy fish.
• He is young and strong with no scars.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the significance of Santiago's cheerful and undefeated eyes despite his fishing failures?

• They suggest he is indifferent to fishing.
• They show that he is unaware of his situation.
• They reflect his resilience and determination.
• They indicate his acceptance of defeat.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Santiago's attitude towards his fishing failures reflect his character?

• He gives up fishing entirely.
• He blames others for his failures.
• He becomes bitter and resentful.
• He remains hopeful and determined.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What motivates Manolin to continue helping Santiago despite being ordered to fish with another boat?

• He believes Santiago will eventually catch a fish.
• He feels a strong bond of friendship with Santiago.
• He wants to learn from Santiago's fishing techniques.
• He is afraid of his parents' disapproval.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What led to Manolin being forced to leave Santiago's side?

• He was tired of fishing altogether.
• He wanted to pursue a different career.
• His parents believed Santiago was unlucky.
• He wanted to fish with a more successful fisherman.

What theme is highlighted through the relationship between Santiago and Manolin?

• The importance of competition in fishing.
• The significance of wealth in fishing.
• The bond of friendship and loyalty.
• The inevitability of failure in life.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does Santiago experience that indicates he may finally catch a large fish?

• He sees a school of fish swimming by.
• He feels a strong bite on one of his fishing lines.
• He hears other fishermen cheering.
• He notices the weather changing.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1