Abdul-Karim's final expression in "The Swimming Contest" is most symbolic of ...

-a final defeat for Arabs in Israel

-the collapse of Jewish civilization

-a long and protracted struggle with no victors

-a surrender to fate

"The Swimming Contest" is a short story written by Benjamin Tammuz. In the story, Abdul-Karim is the Uncle of Nahida. Nahida is the granddaughter of an Old lady. Abdul-Karim is the one who had a swimming competition with the protagonist. The final expression of Abdul-Karim is most symbolic of a long-lasting struggle having no sight of victory. The answer is the third option.