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Student Edition pages 88–107
COMPARING PATTERNS AND THEMES IN STORIES
The Monkey’s Paw W.W. Jacobs
Aunty Misery Judith Ortiz Cofer
Side-by-Side Chart In your reading, you have likely noticed the same patterns
appearing in different stories. One common pattern is based on the number three.
Story characters may be given three wishes or three chances to do something or
three choices. Sometimes, patterns appear within a single story. These patterns are
called parallel episodes. Comparing parallel episodes and other patterns in
different stories can help you recognize the theme in each story. Relating these
separate themes to each other can reveal larger truths about life and human nature.
As you read each story, use the chart below to record any patterns and parallel
episodes you find. Write down details from “The Monkey’s Paw” in the left
column and details from “Aunty Misery” in the right column. In the bottom box,
briefly state that story’s theme. On the lines below the chart, write a general
statement about what the different patterns and themes in the two stories reveal
about life.
“The Monkey’s Paw”
Literary Patterns:
“Aunty Misery”
Literary Patterns:
Parallel Episodes:
Parallel Episodes:
Theme:
Theme:
General statement about life: ________________________________________________________
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