Writing an Analysis that Compares Two Genres

Question 2 • 25-26 TX-Literary Genres

This is the thesis to an essay: “A theme from both ‘Broken Chain’ and ‘Fish Cheeks’ is that you can always count on your family.” Which quote from “Broken Chain” would you select to support that thesis?

Answer

“And his father, who was puro Mexicano, would sit in his chair after work, sullen as a toad, and call him ‘sissy.’”

“Sunday morning, Ernie and Alfonso stayed away from each other, though over breakfast they fought over the last tortilla.”

“Now he had to face Sandra and say, ‘I broke my bike, and my stingy brother took off on his.’”

“Alfonso couldn’t believe his luck. What a brother! What a pal! He promised to take Ernie’s turn next time it was his turn to do the dishes.”

Explanation

Choice D shows Ernie helping Alfonso by letting him use his bike, and Alfonso responds with gratitude and promises to return the favor. This supports the idea that family members can count on one another. Choice A shows hurtful behavior, while B and C describe conflict or disappointment rather than dependable support.

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