Communication is one of the most important parts of one's everyday life. The way one expresses his/herself in actions and words paints a picture for all around to see. Earnest Hemmingway focuses on one couple's inhibition to declare their true feelings on a very controversial subject. The couple (the American and the girl) are now at a train station (crossroads). Each holds a different opinion but dares not share it with the other. He …
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…about the problem at hand. The use of alcohol also numbs their senses. When people are depressed or stressed, they often turn to alcohol or other drugs to avoid the confrontation of their problems. Jig states, "That's all we do isn't it look at things and try new drinks?" further emphasizing the fact that they are shying away from what is important and have formed a habit in substitution for a good conversation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**