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Torvald And Jimmy Cross Character Analysis

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One of the most important decisions we make in life is who we choose to be around. Although many people are in big essential roles, this does not make them good leaders. Torvald and Jimmy Cross, who are considered to be looked upon to lead, do not posses the precise characteristics that are needed to lead a group of people. Robert, however, shows the right attitude, respectfulness, and the ability to make everyone around him into a better person. Robert, who posses all the correct attributes, proves that he is the most fit to be a

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