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Absolutely True Diary Of Part Time Indian Analysis

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In the novel The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, Rowdy is characterized as being strong, protective, and having a bad temper. Junior and Rowdy have been best friends since they were born. Rowdy grew up in a family with history of abuse, so he is more likely to act out when something does not go his way. Junior describes him as, “The toughest kid on the rez. He is long and lean and strong like a snake” (15). Rowdy will do nothing but beat up anyone who is in his way or who is bothering him. Rowdy grew up knowing that violence was the only answer because of his abusive parents. Junior is all Rowdy has, so Rowdy does his best to protect him, be strong, and provide him with back up when needed. When Junior confesses
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