One theme of “Gumption” is that people tend to lose hope in difficult times.

How does Sylvester help to develop this theme?

Responses

He damages his relationship with his wife by treating her with disrespect.

He damages his relationship with his wife by treating her with disrespect.

He makes fun of those around him instead of supporting his family.

He makes fun of those around him instead of supporting his family.

He chooses to do nothing rather than face continued rejection.

He chooses to do nothing rather than face continued rejection.

He spends more time living in the past than thinking about the present.