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On The Bridge Adam's Cowardly Behavior

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Throughout the short story, “On the Bridge,” the protagonist, Seth Dawson, changes from following in the footsteps of the antagonist, Adam to looking down on him. This is a direct result of Adam’s cowardly behavior. In the beginning of the short story, Seth and Adam are on a bridge above a highway, looking down at the passing cars. Adam is a “cool kid” and always made sure Seth knew he was not. For example, Adam raised his arm and pumped his fist trying to get the passing semi-trailer to hunk. Seth immediately tries the same but fails. Adam then continues to tell him, “You just have to have the right touch. It’s something you're born with.” Adam makes sure Seth knows his place, but Seth continues to want to be like him. But then, Adam displays
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