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

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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.

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