# How does Fred Gross Stories develop the theme of Family Obligation and Support?

> Fred Gross Stories by Ring Lardner

## Answer

Fred Gross Stories by Ring Lardner develops Family Obligation and Support across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The letters to Brother Charley are a lifeline for Fred, who shares his triumphs and troubles, and also a source of potential financial support. The theme of family duty is evident when Fred asks Charley for a loan, and in the disappointment when Charley refuses, showing the strain that money can place on even close family bonds.

Fred asks Charley for a loan, and Grace's father provides money for her birthday.

## Evidence

- [war-bribes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/fred_gross_stories_se/chapters/war-bribes.md): Fred asks Charley for a loan, and Grace's father provides money for her birthday.

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