Compare and contrast your independent reading selection with one or two other selections you read in this unit. Support your response with at least two pieces of evidence from your independent reading selection. Be sure to get the title and the author of your selection.
i have “The Story-Teller” and “Johnny Tremain”
please help with some compares and contrasts i can do the evidence from the book
PLEASE AND THANK YOU
What similarities do you see in these two stories? Although it's been over 70 years since I read Johnny Tremain, I don't recall any similarities.
Differences include setting and protagonists.
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To compare and contrast your independent reading selection, "The Story-Teller" by Saki, with "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Forbes, you can focus on various aspects of the two texts, such as plot, themes, characters, and writing style. Here are some comparisons and contrasts with supporting evidence:
1. Plot:
- "The Story-Teller" is a short, humorous story about a bachelor who tells a wild and imaginative story to entertain children during a train journey.
- In contrast, "Johnny Tremain" is a historical novel set during the American Revolutionary War, following the life of a young silversmith apprentice named Johnny Tremain.
Evidence from "The Story-Teller":
- The plot of "The Story-Teller" revolves around the bachelor's imaginative tale involving a wolf, a hunter, and a little girl. This story within the story adds an element of humor and satire, with the children eagerly listening to the tale despite its outlandishness.
Evidence from "Johnny Tremain":
- In "Johnny Tremain," the plot focuses on Johnny's transformation from a proud and talented silversmith apprentice to his involvement in the revolutionary cause after a disabling accident changes his life. This plot emphasizes themes of personal growth, overcoming adversity, and the fight for independence.
2. Themes:
- "The Story-Teller" explores themes of imagination, the power of storytelling, and the differences between children's and adults' perspectives on reality.
- "Johnny Tremain" touches on themes of identity, courage, sacrifice, friendship, and the struggle for freedom.
Evidence from "The Story-Teller":
- In "The Story-Teller," the bachelor's ability to captivate the children with his fantastical story reflects the theme of imagination and escapism. The children accept and enjoy the imaginative nature of the tale, while the adults dismiss its absurdity, representing the contrasting perspectives between young and old.
Evidence from "Johnny Tremain":
- In "Johnny Tremain," Johnny's journey from self-centeredness to selflessness illustrates the theme of personal growth and sacrifice. He evolves from a talented silversmith focused on his own ambitions to a dedicated patriot willing to risk his life for a cause greater than himself.
Remember to support your points with specific quotes or events from each text that demonstrate the similarities and differences.