Compare and contrast how character and theme are developed in -The Rat Trap' and The Beggar

Paragraph 1: The two main characters (Lushkoff and The Peddler) - who are they? - Why do they feel the way they do? (Use reference for each) Paragraph 2: Focus on the characters of Edla and Olga (round characters) - Who acts as catalysts for change in both stories? - What do they do that allows the two protagonists to change their lives for the better? (focus on compassion and hope) Paragraph 3: Focus on irony/surprise ending/symbols The Rat Trap: discuss the rat trap symbol/theory of pessimistic, focus on the rejection of this theory by end of story. The Beggar: Irony to reveal the truth of who actually helped the beggar - revealed in surprise ending. Paragraph 4: The Iron Master and Skvortsoff - How do they see themselves? Are they accurate? (irony) - By end of the paragraph contrast with the truth of the two women. Conclusion: Make a statement about our shared humanity, focus on how these men have changed and perhaps on what it means for us.