The constant references to Santiago’s hands (cut, cramped, and scarred) emphasize:
AHis physical weakness
BHis life of hardship and labor
CHis fear of growing old
DHis desire for companionship
AHis physical weakness
BHis life of hardship and labor
CHis fear of growing old
DHis desire for companionship
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