write a final sentence about how the characters In the poem, "the fight" and "what happened during the ice storm" from this essay.

Question

In the stories "What Happened During the Icestorm" and "The Fight," we see how sudden events can push people to act in ways they never expected. Whether it's the chaos of a winter storm or a heated argument, these moments show us how our impulses can take over. The characters face tough choices. These stories remind us that even in difficult times, our instincts can lead us down surprising paths.

Heynen's use of the phrase pivotal words and phrases to describe the impulsive actions of the boys suggests to the reader that the boys' behavior is caused by curiosity and recklessness.

This is shown when one of the boys said “shh”...he was taking off his coat. This suggests to the reader that the boys are being compassionately impulsive during the ice storm. The boys slid their feet along slowly, trying not to break the ice that covered the snow, This shows how calm and gentle they are, even though the ice isn't alive they still try to not break it. In the end, their kindness in helping the pheasants and trying to not break the ice during the ice storm showed just how much compassion they had for all living things and non living things.

Montague's use of the phrase ,That double edge of impulse suggests to the reader that everyday we all make quick bad or good decisions, and whichever one affects are relationships with people. This is shown when The authors friend runs off with the eggs to break them. This shows how selfish and mean his friend his, this also creates a barrier between them, This is shown when the authors friend/classmate breaks the egg on a stone. This shows how evil and how he has no regard for people's feelings. Overall, The authors friend is a mean person, and acted on impulse.

make sure to have these:
Commentary _ _ _ _ _

(abstract idea that revisits the general essence of the prompt)
Connection(s) _ _ _ _

(how does all of this fit together in relation to the prompt)
Reflection(s) _ _ _ _ _
moments that stem from the text(s) + the general essence of the prompt

Answer 1

In both stories, "The Fight" and "What Happened During the Ice Storm," the characters navigate the unpredictable terrain of human instincts and impulses, revealing how these spontaneous reactions can shape relationships in profound ways, whether through acts of compassion or selfishness.

Commentary: The exploration of impulsivity in these narratives underscores a universal aspect of the human experience: our instinctual responses often dictate the trajectories of our relationships and moral choices.

Connection(s): The contrasting behaviors of the boys in the ice storm and the author's friend exemplify the dual nature of impulse, highlighting how spontaneous actions can stem from both empathy and cruelty, ultimately influencing the characters' interpersonal dynamics.

Reflection(s): These moments of impulsive action serve as powerful reminders that in the face of unexpected challenges, our choices can not only define our character but also ripple out to affect those around us, illustrating that even fleeting decisions can leave lasting impacts on our relationships and the world we inhabit.