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Character Similarities Between Romeo And Juliet And A Midsummer's
The definition of character, as used in this project is “ one of the attributes or features that make up and distinguish an individual.” The similarities between characters in Romeo and Juliet, A midsummer's dream, and The associate are often very obvious, and sometimes nowhere to be found. In example, Kyle McAvoy from The Associate loves something, and cannot fathom living without this certain part of his life. That certain part, is working for the greater good, and to make the world a better place. Likewise, Romeo refuses to live his life without Juliet. Neither of these men would be able to be find their lives adequate without being a philanthropist, or being with Juliet. Similarly, both find ways to live their lives they want to in

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