... as she returned home, revealing his care for her. It is therefore not unreasonable to assume that in order to gain such esteem from her pupils, Anna Vasilevna treats them well, and is not condescending and cold like the teaching staff in 'The Pieces of Silver'. In 'The Pieces of Silver' the children appear to be more afraid of the staff - 'some glanced apprehensively at their dusty, naked feet'. It is said that the teachers 'sauntered' towards the pupils, which gives an impression of arrogance and derision. In 'The Winter Oak' silence takes a while to settle amongst the class, whereas in 'The Pieces of Silver' the silence is immediate - another indication that the children fear their teachers. In 'The Winter Oak' the children show a greater passion for learning. It is said that they 'bubbled happily' during their lesson. In 'The Pieces of Silver' the attitude of ...

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