this is the prompt for my Midterm Paper   need help with it so i hope i came to the right place
choose prompt A OR B and write a 3-4 page paper (Use font Times New Roman #12)
A- It is said that “Although realist in its portrayal, Midaq Alley deals with themes which transcend the Cairene setting, and are of relevance to Egypt if not to the Middle East as a Whole.”
Outline and discuss the parallels between Midaq Alley (Cairo) and those of the Middle East/universal values both past and present that seem to be resonating in this novel on all levels individual, social, and political.
B-Despite the apparent legitimacy of ambition and the constant desire to move forward and upward, the basic desires of many of the characters of Midaq Alley end up being a tragic force moving people towards what seem to be unattainable desires.
Explain, discuss and give examples (at least 3 examples) of characters and events (from Midaq Alley) in which the desire and ambitions for betterment of one’s life acts against them and leads to disappointment or tragiclly alters the course of their life.
Use the attached guidelines for your writings (I’d like to see an outline on your paper) and then the essay below