In at least 150 words, describe the setting and historical context of “I Stand Here Ironing.” Explain how the author uses setting to create the mood of the story.

"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.

In what ways is crooks even more lonely than the other men on the ranch

How can you tell that the text is from a biography