What theme is developed in BOTH “After Twenty Years” and “Hawk”?

Question

Honoring the memory of loved ones is important.

People with integrity remain true to themselves.

What you do in life is determined at your birth.

Good and evil are not relevant categories today.

Answer 1

The theme that is developed in both “After Twenty Years” and “Hawk” is "People with integrity remain true to themselves."

In "After Twenty Years," the characters demonstrate integrity through their choices and loyalty to their past selves, while in "Hawk," the contemplation of identity and the self also reflects on the concept of integrity. Both stories emphasize the importance of staying true to one’s values and identity over time.