The old man was just as generous with his confidences as with his porridge and tobacco. The guest was informed at once that in his day of prosperity his host had been a crofter at Ramsjo Ironworks and had worked on the land. Who does the word ‘old man’ refer to? Whom does the word guest refer to? Which confidence did he share with him? Did the guest prove worthy to the host’s love and generosity? “First of all we must see to it that he gets a little flesh on his bones.” he
Answers
The old man refers to the owner of the small cottage.
Explanation:
"The Rat Trap" is a short story about the rat trap peddler who's been not lend help by anyone.
The given excerpt is taken from this short story.
The old man in the excerpt is referred to the owner of the small cottage in which the rat trap peddler was given shelter.
The word 'guest' is referred to the rat trap peddler who's been given shelter in the old man's house.
The old man shared with the guest about the days of his prosperity and that he is now being supported by his cow. He also shared that he has earned thirty kronor last month by selling cows milk.
No, the guest did not prove to be worthy of the old man's love and generosity because he stole the host's money which he has earned last month by selling cows millk.
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