Question

how does the authors use of the underlined words create meaning?
the imagery explains why the fisherman is poor
the imagery explains why the fisherman is distraught.
the imagery explains why the fisherman is lucky
the imagery explains why the fisherman is alone
\the story of the fisherman,\
andrew lange

Explanation:

The fisherman repeatedly throws his net and gets disappointing results (rubbish, stones, shells, mud). This imagery shows his distress as he is a poor laborer trying to support his family. The repeated failures and lack of fish (what he needs) cause his distraught state.

Answer:

The imagery explains why the fisherman is distraught.