Blood Brothers Flashcards
Summary
This story is about two brothers Paul and Benjy. Both brothers can be considered to be ‘Blood Brothers’ because they are thirteen year old twins. Despite the fact that Paul and Benjy are twins; they both display different personality traits. Paul is an introvert who loves nature and he loves to contemplate about life. Whereas, Benjy is Paul’s polar opposite. This further reinforces that although both boys are genetically related that is where the commonality ends. Benjy is an extrovert who is very carefree and fun loving. However, Paul thinks his brother believes he is superior and as a result he grows to hate him.
Setting
The story takes place in an unnamed village.
Main Characters
Paul
Mac
Benjy
Characteristics of Mac
He is an old shoe maker in the village. Both boys go to visit him.
Characteristics of Paul
Paul is an introvert.
He is artistic and he paints pictures
He loves nature.
He is also very reflective. He contemplates nature as well as his feeling towards his brother.
He dislikes Benjy’s ability to accomplish simple tasks quickly.
He resents Benjy because he reminds him of his own short comings.
He envies Benjy and his envy turns to hate.
He thought Benjy feels he is superior to him.
Characteristics of Benjy
He is an extrovert and carefree
He is confident.
He is a typical boy, very active, adventurous and always exploring.
He is ignorant to his brother’s disdain for him.
He felt he is superior to Paul.
He mocks Paul.
Themes
Love and family relationships
Childhood Experiences
Appearance vs Reality
