Chapter Questions - English 1 - أول ثانوي
Unit 1: Egypt’s Heritage
Unit 2: Hands Help, Hearts Care
Unit 3: Truth Vs. Lies
Unit 4: Save and Shine
Unit 5: Using Technology at Schools
Unit 6: Job Hunting
The Old Man and the Sea
When did Santiago wake up to prepare for his journey?
What food did Manolin bring Santiago in the early morning?
How did other fishermen react to Santiago as he passed?
What kind of boat did Santiago own?
Why did Santiago tell the boy not to come with him?
What number did Santiago call his lucky number ?
The word “harpoon” means
The phrase “flag of defeat” symbolizes
The opposite of “respect” is
What did Santiago believe about luck?
What did Santiago do after pushing the boat out?
What did Santiago say about hope?
Fill in the Gaps: Manolin brought food such as black beans, rice, and
“To bait the lines” means
“Hopeful” is opposite in meaning to
The antonym of “distant” is
The word “endurance” is closest in meaning to
“Seaworthy” means
Which collocates with “strength”?
Fill in the Gaps: Santiago believed that
Why did Manolin bring food to Santiago?
How did the boy help prepare the boat for the journey?
Why does the patched sail symbolize Santiago’s past struggles?
Why did some fishermen respect Santiago while others pitied him?
How does Santiago show humility when talking with the boy?
Why is the number eighty-five important for Santiago?
What does the early morning setting tell us about Santiago’s character?
Why did Santiago choose to go farther than the other fishermen?
What does Santiago mean by saying “without hope, a man is nothing”?
How does Santiago’s preparation show the value of patience and skill?
How does Hemingway create an atmosphere of hope at the start of Santiago’s journey?
Why do you think Santiago is described as both pitied and respected by others?
How does the patched sail act as a metaphor for human struggle?
What does Santiago’s decision to fish farther than others reveal about his spirit?
How is Manolin’s loyalty important for the old man’s dignity?
Do you think luck or preparation is more important in life? Why?
How does this chapter prepare readers for the great challenge to come?
In what way does Santiago’s skiff represent his life?
Why might Hemingway show Santiago rowing in silence at sunrise?
How does Santiago’s belief in hope make him a symbol of resilience?
