When is the universal theme of story often revealed

"now they have beaten me, he thought. i am too old to club sharks to death. but i will try it as long as i have the oars and the short club and the tiller."? this passage shows santiago's belief that a. he will never fish again. b. he is too old to continue fishing. c. man can be defeated but not destroyed. d. the sharks got the best of him.

Write a syllogism in the space provided below. if written for me, you will receive 40

Which word best describes the meaning of the word putrescent? a. earthy b. floral c. rotten d. strong