Question

How does this line from the story help the reader better understand Bertie’s character? Do not lose sight of the fact that all this was taking place on an empty stomach, shortly after the rising of the lark.

Answer 1

The line given from the story,  ‘Do not lose of the fact that all this was taking place on an empty stomach.

Shortly after rising of the lark, introduces the readers to Bertie’s poverty.

And lack of opportunity as the line states that Bertie is haven’t eaten anything for long.