2. How does the interaction of events in each story develop the theme of "human value?"
Consider plot, perspective, and the actions of the characters.

"valley of salt tears" and "dark, deep and foggy" are two images used to establish a mood of uncertainty and regret. this imagery is made up of sensory appeals to brings up   theological concerns of sin and retribution.

they conjure up the human   uncertainty about the divine and its relationship to the world.

the answer is d because all the other ones are uplifting aging is sad