Tom sees his actions as “mean and shabby now.” Write about how this shows a dynamic shift in Tom’s ability to see himself and his actions. Is he developing a conscience? Is he transforming into a mature individual? Is he seeing his own reflection without distortion?

1) The declaration of war

2) Propaganda in the newspapers declaring the war as holy and completely just

3) George's misgivings about a holy war that promotes the killing of innocent and unknown people

4) Editha's idealistic devotion to the war

5) Editha's letter

6) George's death

7) Mrs. Gearson's rebuke to Editha

8) Editha's satisfaction in her actions