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    differences are seen in‚ "The Open Window" and "The Interlopers‚" both stories written by Saki. However‚ similarities are more likely to be found in Saki’s works. Although‚ stories have different topics‚ they do have similarities and differences‚ like these two stories. Irony is always found in Saki’s stories. Irony is the opposite of what the reader predicts will happen. In these two stories‚ Saki ends with a surprise twist in the last sentence. The irony from "The Open Window‚" is that the girl uses

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    wanted to be away from everyone‚ so she went in sat in her room alone. A child would do the same thing if they were to be disciplined. There are several symbols in the story that reach out to the reader. Chopin writes “There stood‚ facing the open window‚ a comfortable‚ roomy armchair. Into this she sank‚ pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted

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    Matt’s iridescent‚ silver shirt was unbuttoned about halfway revealing his glistening‚ chiseled chest. With a casual flip of his wrist‚ he tucked his long‚ brown hair neatly behind his ear. Even from half way across the crowded bar I could clearly see his deep blue eyes and his perfectly formed lips. He playfully bounced from the stage into a sea of beautiful young women‚ all vying for the attention of the lead singer. As though holding a number at the deli counter‚ I waited my turn. I nervously

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    “What time did you say it was?” I asked. “Twenty past two‚” he said. (380) -- (Alternate ending) -- “Will it all be over now?” I asked. “What do you mean‚ over?” “Well‚ are we going to finally live the life we desired all this time?” He did not answer. I think it may be too early to ask him this question. He’s been to hell and back. I can’t imagine the way he feels. The same three words have constantly been echoing in my head: “Maxim killed Rebecca”. Over and over and over. It just never stops.

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    GUNFIGHT: Cop recounts the moment Sulu terrorists killed his colleagues in Kampung Simunul on March 2 AS the main assaulters in the police raiding team outside the terrorists hideout were hit by  bullets‚ *Adam‚ *Amir and the other operatives behind them pulled back and dove for cover. The enemy had a clear field of fire and the police team was exposed. Just seconds after the terrorists opened fire‚ the area where the terrorists were located exploded in a volley of fresh fire as more enemy combatants

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    Author’s use indirect characterization to describe actions and the appearance of a character. Direct characterization states what the character is like. Motivation is how the characters behave the way they do. With this in mind‚ Vera from‚ “The Open Window‚” can be used as an example for direct characterization. She is a 15 year-old girl that can be described as a self-possessed‚ talkative‚ and liar. In Source 2 page 90 ‚the author states‚”Said a very self-possessed young lady of fifteen.” This shows

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    The open Window sequel‚ by Joseph L.J Rosambert. As the clock hit midnight‚ Mr Framton woke up crying in his sleep. That caused his wife‚ Rosalin‚ to wake up with a jump and unconsciously asked‚ “What happened?” She instantly got off the bed and turned on the lamp. Mr Framton flinched as the dark room was filled with light. “What’s the matter with you?” She asked. “I just had a terrible nightmare.” Mr Framton said under his breath. “Again?” She said in a high tone. “I’m very concerned about

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    “Charles” and “The Open Window” book center around mystery and `dishonesty‚ but “Charles” is a more relatable story. “Charles” and “The Open Window” are short stories filled with youthful imagination. Both short stories have interesting endings that you wouldn’t expect. The ending in “Charles”‚ you could expect to happen. “We don’t have any Charles in the kindergarten” (Jackson 232). Meanwhile‚ the ending in “The Open Window” was clear as you continued to read. These short stories have different

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    the fact of how the openings (windows) in an office space affect the environment and henceforth taking the hold on the functioning of the firm. Windows‚ as an openings in any space is very necessary not only because of ventilation but also as it helps to create the space aesthetically better and also gives volume to the spaced interiors. Keywords: windows‚ productivity. Relevance to design practice-This research displays the information about different window sizes influencing the interiors

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    Kate Chopin‚ symbolism appears in the use of an open window. A symbol that is interpreted as Louise’s view to a world of freedom upon the news of her husband’s death. Chopin states that outside this open window‚ sights of “new spring life” were in sight. The use of this symbol assists Chopin in showing how looking through the death of her husband‚ opened her up to the idea of “body and soul” being released of possession. It’s as if the open window was a portal to a new life without control. One other

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