1. Consider both Hamlin Garland's "The Return of a Private" and Mark Twain's "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" as works of regionalist fiction. In a response of at least two paragraphs, compare and contrast these stories as examples of regionalism. How are they similar? How are they different? Be sure to include specific details and examples from both stories in your response.

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Lea Cunningham

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11 October, 06:20

1. Consider both Hamlin Garland's "The Return of a Private" and Mark Twain's "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" as works of regionalist fiction. In a response of at least two paragraphs, compare and contrast these stories as examples of regionalism. How are they similar? How are they different? Be sure to include specific details and examples from both stories in your response.

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Lawson Walton · Answer 1

In Hamlin Garland's "The Return of a Private", the setting of the story was done in Mid west America particularly Wisconsin. The clothing, landscape and dialect used presented native colours to the audience. This story elaborates more about the Midwest America’s culture and beliefs.

Mark Twain's "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras Country' story also occurred in Midwest America. The difference is that Mark Twain’s story compared the East and West cultures. This story is more of cultural and beliefs comparison between the two regions, East and West America.