Comparing Two Stories by John

Comparing two stories by John Updike. The two stories I read by John Updike were called A&P and The Rumor. In comparing the two male characters A&P’ s Sammy and The Rumors Frank. I came to the conclusion that they are completely different. Sammy stood up for something he thought was important and Frank came to realize the fact that he is gay, but will not admit that to his wife. The main …

…his judgement and decision making. I think that he ultimately will wonder how a girl he never spoke to, would move him into quitting his job. The character Frank in the Rumor is unsure of his sexual preference, after the doubt of his homosexuality dies with his wife Frank begins to wonder about men. I think Frank is willing to live with his secret and keep from his wife for as long as he can.