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Rape In Laurie Anderson's Speak

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Rape makes a person feel worthless and lonely. There is many examples of being worthless and feeling lonely throughout this book.Speak, Laurie Anderson demonstrates how rape makes a person feel worthless and lonely.
Melinda has a hard time opening up to people because she is afraid that people won't understand what she went through. “Mom sees the wrist at breakfast. Mom: ‘ I don't have time for this, Melinda.’”(88) Melinda had a silent cry for help and her mom completely ignored it. Because of the effects of the rape Melinda, not only will people not understand, but she will also push people away.
Because of her experiences Melinda pushed people away without noticing it. “Heather...You are the most depressed person I've ever met, and excuse
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