A trait you and the character Samia DO NOT have in common from “Another evening at the club” by Alifa Rifaat. Be as descriptive as possible.
This is the summary:: In the story “Another evening at the club” It centers around a newly wed couple, which consists of an overbearing husband named Abboud, and a submissive wife named Samia. The main conflict of the story deals with the misplacement of an emerald ring.
One trait that distinguishes me from the character Samia in "Another Evening at the Club" is assertiveness. Unlike Samia, I am proactive and confident in expressing my thoughts, needs, and desires. Throughout the story, Samia repeatedly exhibits submissiveness and a lack of self-advocacy, while I possess a sense of agency and assert myself when necessary.
Samia's submissive nature is revealed through her passive responses to her husband's domineering behavior. For instance, when Abboud becomes angry and accusatory about the missing emerald ring, Samia's immediate response is to apologize and take the blame, even though she has no knowledge of its whereabouts. She meekly accepts Abboud's accusations and does not question his assumptions, despite her innocence.
In contrast, I would not passively accept blame or false accusations. I would assertively defend myself, presenting logical counterarguments and requesting evidence before accepting any guilt. Samia's lack of agency and failure to stand up for herself prevent her from challenging Abboud's irrational behavior and interrogations.
Furthermore, Samia's submissiveness extends beyond her interactions with Abboud, as she also suppresses her own desires and aspirations. For example, when she expresses her longing for a child, Abboud dismisses her desires and refuses to consider the idea. Samia simply acquiesces to Abboud's decision, repressing her own maternal instinct and allowing Abboud to determine the course of their lives without question.
In contrast, I actively pursue my own goals and ambitions, advocating for my wants and needs. I would engage in a constructive conversation with my partner, discussing our desires together and striving for a compromise that allows both parties to achieve fulfillment. Samia's reluctance to confront Abboud and assert her own desires differentiates us considerably.