What caused the boy to cry when he sees the old man in the shack and afterwards when he goes out the door?

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Asked by Bookragstutor 4 on 24 Dec 23:10

Last updated by Cat on 24 Dec 23:16

Answered by Cat on 24 Dec 23:16

Manolin's love for the old man, in addition to Santiago's declaration that he has been defeated make the boy cry.