"Two Can Play"

         Jim is a very chauvinistic man who takes pride in his way of being. He orders his wife as if he controls her and exhibits no consideration for Gloria nor her needs. He does not care that she is a woman who has aspirations and dreams of bettering her life. Jim believes his character is an example to his children when Gloria is the one who cares for the house, cooks food, and does all the chores which include caring for Pops, finding an extra income, and sacrifices herself by marrying a stranger. As the story progresses, she actually stands up for herself and demands better treatment, help around the house, and sexual pleasure. Bombarded by all these demands, Jim is taken aback and responds in a manipulative way that does not result for his benefit. We the readers, then experience the development and intellectual growth of Jim. He is willing to change and better himself in order to fix his already broken marriage. At the end, Jim is presented as a round character that is complex. He demonstrates deep emotions and has a moment of realization. This realization includes the appreciation for Gloria, the advice to his son and the demonstration of his "improvement".