"The Exposition of A Retrieved Reformation" introduces the protagonist, Jimmy Valentine, who is a skilled safe-cracker. He is locked up in prison for his crimes, but shows signs of reforming when he is released on parole. However, a detective from his past starts to suspect his true identity, leading to a climax where Jimmy must choose between his criminal past and his newfound redemption.
The correct spelling of the title is 'Retrieved Reformation' and not 'Retrieved Reformatrion.' 'A Retrieved Reformation' was written by O Henry. The theme of the story is that everyone can change.
The protagonist in "A Retrieved Reformation" by O. Henry is Jimmy Valentine, a professional safe-cracker who undergoes a transformation after falling in love.
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It is set in the turn of the century. idk what time exactlyy
Author is O. Henry
"A Retrieved Reformation" by O. Henry follows the typical plot structure of exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. The exposition introduces the main characters and setting, the rising action builds tension as Jimmy Valentine plans a bank robbery, the climax occurs when he decides to use his safecracking skills to save a child, the falling action resolves the conflict as Jimmy is arrested but ultimately pardoned, and the resolution shows how Jimmy's redemption leads to a new life.
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In "A Retrieved Reformation" by O. Henry, Billy is a fellow criminal who used to work with Jimmy Valentine before he went to prison. He plays a significant role in the story as he inadvertently leads to Jimmy's reformation by recognizing him and warning him about a potential trap.
In "A Retrieved Reformation," reformation refers to a significant change or improvement in a person's behavior or character, particularly in the case of Jimmy Valentine who transforms from being a skilled safecracker to an honest and law-abiding citizen. This reformation is brought about by love and the desire to live a better and more meaningful life.
Jimmy changes his name to Ralph D. Spencer in the story "A Retrieved Reformation." He does this in an effort to start a new, reformed life as a respected member of society after his release from prison.
The turning point in "A Retrieved Reformation" is when Jimmy Valentine decides to use his safecracking skills for good by saving a child trapped in a vault, despite the risk of being caught. This act of selflessness leads to his reformation and ultimately changes the course of his life.
Tompkins, a detective, knows that Ralph Spencer and Jimmy Valentine are the same person by line 37 in "A Retrieved Reformation" by O. Henry.