One

Explain the relationship between Santiago and the Marlin. How are they alike? How does Santiago feel about this grand fish?

Santiago?

Describe Santiago (the "Old Man") at this point in the novel. What do you have in common with him?

Born to do Things

Do you believe people are born to do certain things?  Are you?  If so, what?  If not, why not, and how do you become what you will be?  Give specific  examples from yourself or about others, that illustrate your beliefs.