Question

Why did the narrator notice in the old man to infer that he did not look like a shepherd or a herdsman? in the story old man at the bridge

Answer 1

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The old man was very anxious about his animals. He was even homeless,foodless and resigned himself to his fate. It shows the devastating impact that war can have on people, especially innocent civilians.As the story opens thousands of refugees are making their way to safety across a hastily constructed pontoon bridge.