Answer:
D) I am a tradesman and do not bother others.
Explanation:
Reading the text, we can see that Cobbler is a very humble man. He doesn't wish to disturb anyone, loves his craft (in this case, leather working), and lives by his rules strictly. Take a look at the passage.
<em>COBBLER. Truly, sir, all that I live by, is with the awl: I meddle with no tradesman’s matters, nor women’s matters, but withal. I am indeed, sir, a surgeon to old shoes; when they are in great danger, I recover them. As proper men as ever trod upon neat’s leather have gone upon my handiwork.
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Lets analyze the options.
A) I live my life by the surgeons code.
Although, Cobbler does say this, its not a summary of the passage.
B) I work with tools such as leather and awls.
The same concept applies here. Although, realistically, this is a good answer, its not the point of the passage or what Cobbler is aiming for.
C) I am as careful as a surgeon when I work.
Cobbler compares himself to a surgeon to explain that he is a careful repairman, but this a very small piece of text and is more of a loose comparison.
D) I am a tradesman and do not bother others.
Cobbler stresses this through the entire text. He explains he is careful but respectful. Refer to my explanation above for more information.
