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In “Everyman” compiled by Sandra Brazil, Everyman meets Death. In meeting Death, Death advises Everyman that he needs to explain his life to God. Everyman asks Fellowship, Cousin, Kindred, and Goods to go with him on Death’s journey, but they refuse, except one. Good-deeds offers to go but does not because at first because he feels burdened with Everyman's sins. Good-deeds however, points Everyman to Knowledge and Confession where he settles his sins. Lastly, Everyman goes on his journey equipped. (Page 35-38) Short Response In “Everyman” compiled by Sandra Brazil is a unique piece of literary work. The author shows experiences of death that we would have to face. The characters, which are attributes are great representations of struggles

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