Cat and Maus Metaphor

We think that the metaphor is extremely relevant and that the decision on which animals he chose was precise and very well thought through. 

The metaphor of the cat and maus is extremely appropriate because of the portrayal that humans have of cats and mice. Cats are known to not only be superior of the mice but also they are known to be cunning and sleek. Mice are known to be timid and gross. Also, it is commonly known that humans are scared of mice unless they are in a cage. Once mice are in a cage, people feel content and safe. Cats are the more loved animals by humans and they are favoured most.

Spiegleman's point that humans are nothing more than animals is certainly true but not his only reason for choosing the animals, in our opinion. He chose the cat and mice metaphor because it's a commonly known fact that many animals hunt mice.

A similar metaphor of a cat-and-mouse is the germans being a corner of the desk and the jews being the hip.