How does the boy’s relationship with the villagers change over time? A. At first, the villagers support the boy, but by the end, they lose their trust in him
B. At first, the boy disrespects the villagers, but in the end, he gains their trust
C. In the beginning, the boy works with the villagers to protect the sheep, but in the
end, he is left all alone
D. At first, the villagers love the boy, but in the end they refuse to support him

a because they still enjoy the fire.

explanation:

the word that best matches the meaning of the expression "went to the big ocean" is died.

the goldfish died, which is why the father looks at the children mournfully. the "big ocean" is the father's way of saying fish heaven. he could have just said that the goldfish died, but this way, the children imagine the fish in a bigger, better place instead of just picturing a dead fish.

explanation:

grunge