Question

Why are Mr. van Daan's "hands smothered in blood," and why does he have a "red face"?

a. he has killed the terrifying predator (a rat.)
b. he has fallen from the top rung of the narrow staircase.
c. he has assisted in the birth of margot's premature baby boy.
d. he has been preserving meat in case of hard times.

Answer 1

Mr. van Daan's hands are described as smothered in blood and he has a red face due to injuries and bleeding caused by violent or intense situations.

Step-by-step explanation:

Mr. van Daan's hands are described as smothered in blood and he has a red face because he has been involved in violent or intense situations that caused injuries and bleeding. The passages provided describe instances where Mr. van Daan is wounded, such as being shot or falling from a staircase. These injuries result in bloodshed and contribute to the description of his hands being covered in blood and his face being red.