The organizers of the expedition created "penguin etiquette" most likely to O
limit the interaction between the penguins and the visitors
minimize possible negative effects of visitors on the penguin
habitat
create awareness among the visitors about the challenges
penguins face
boost visitors' chances of observing tens of thousands of penguins
each day

to leave the reader thinking and wandering on their own. without a resolution we are clueless to what happens next, and why it does. it may even cause suspension with the reader.

explanation:

if you read the story there are characters like the neighbor, son, wife, and him himself.

"to cut the cord" means to cease to rely upon someone or to become independent.   i think, perhaps, your question was multiple choice.   if not, i'm not entirely sure what you mean by select two options. hope this at least a little!