Consider the social and cultural values background that influence the behavior of the couples in "hills like white elephants," "the love of my life" and "pagan night" when faced with serious moral dilemmas. Compare and contrast the family, class, and socioeconomic backgrounds as well as values and beliefs that influence these couples' choices. Be sure to rely on the fictional narrative for Boyle’s story--do not confuse it with the news story. Although a fiction writer may base a narrative on a true story, we as readers of literature should evaluate a short story by looking at its characterization, plot, and tone and their fusion to create a theme. in fact, comment also on how each writers' tone (the author's attitude toward the story ironic, critical, satiric, sympathetic) strengthens theme?