In The Miracle Worker, written by William Gibson, Helen Keller, a blind, deaf, and conflicted young girl, shows extreme stubbornness through both actions and what others say about her. Initially, Helen proves to be stubborn when she is pitied for her disabilities; she always ends up with what she desires. For instance, when she was not behaving, she was given sweets to calm her down. The audience views Kate, Viney, and Keller, members of the household, giving Helen a peppermint drop, a tea-cake, and stick candy all before dinner. None of them knew the other had come up with the same idea, for they are all spoiling Helen. (Gibson 502-503). Similarly, when Annie moves into her room, Helen accompanies her. Suddenly, there is a change in mood