Two
characters in s who contrast with each other are George Willard and Elmer
Cowley, in the story titled Queer. Both characters are young men whose fathers frustrate them,
but whereas George is relatively well adjusted and outgoing, Elmer is bitter, withdrawn, and
queer (that is, unusual and eccentric).
Evidence of the contrasts between
the two characters appears throughout the story and includes the following:
- Elmer seems easily angered and bitter, especially toward George, whereas George seems
more even-tempered and easy-going. - Elmer seems potentially violent, whereas
George threatens no one in any way. - Elmer regards George as an
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