“The Birds”
Based on the events in the story, “The Birds” by Daphne du Maurier, one could infer that Nat and his family will survive. Certain qualities of Nat and his family hint their survival. Nat is very enduring, very prepared, and able to stay positive. Under stressful conditions, Nat is able to stay cool and not panic. He does not run away in the face of danger.
One aspect that hints Nat and his family’s survival is Nat's endurance. If there is no endurance in a person, then they can’t deal with crises that last a long time. Maurier writes (page 68), “How long he (Nat) fought with them (the birds) in the darkness he could not tell.” By this, the reader can see the persistence and endurance in Nat, fighting off the fierce birds. If Nat gave up, he would’ve died right then. Maurier also writes the dialogue of Nat (page 54), “We’ve got to wait and take what comes.” This shows Nat’s patience and lack of complaint. Patience is important......
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