4. Which elements are MOST important to analyze when you need to compare the themes of two short storles? A)descriptive details about the setting
B)how the characters in each story change and why
C)the cultural background of each author
D)the title of each story

B

Explanation:

The changes in the characters are clues to understanding what aspects of human nature the author wants to call attention to. Why the characters change is the author's way of showing what works or doesn't work as people solve problems or overcome obstacles.

There may be a lesson to be learned-- and that is the essence of the theme: an insight into human nature.

explanation:

the silver bells of the sleds are merry and keep time in the winter nights while the sky twinkles happily. the golden bells of weddings are delightful in their peaceful happiness, foretelling a rapturous future. meanwhile, the brazen alarm bells scream frightfully in the night, with a discordant and desperate sound. in their clamor, these bells convey terror, horror, and anger. finally, the iron bells are solemn and melancholy, while those in the church steeple are like ghouls who feel happiness. the king of the ghouls, who rings the bells, cheerfully keeps time with the moaning and groaning bells.