Question

Character Sketch of Soapy
From the story the Cop and the
anthem
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Answer 1

Soapy, the central character in O'Henry's story "The Cop and the Anthem," is a homeless man in New York City who reasons that if he could only get himself arrested, he would be imprisoned on Blackwell's Island, where he would be assured of housing, warmth, and the satisfaction of his basic needs.

Answer 2

He was a homeless man who was trying to escape the city's harsh weather.

• The question has been asked from the story The Cop and the Anthem by O. Henry
• He was a homeless, street-smart guy who was caught and transferred to Blackwell's Island, where he was to be supplied with a luxurious bed, in order to avoid the severe winter.
• However, his attempts to do so by robbing a restaurant, insulting a cop, pestering a window shopper, and stealing an umbrella all failed.
• When it comes to managing crime and homelessness in New York City, he is distinguished by his knowledge and confidence, but these same qualities eventually fail him in his attempt to be caught.
• He was driven to reform his life and re-enter society as the guy he once was when he hears an inspiring hymn played on a church organ.