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How long is speak the book?
197 pp
Speak (Anderson novel)
| First edition | |
|---|---|
| Author | Laurie Halse Anderson |
| Media type | Hardback and paperback |
| Pages | 197 pp (first edition, hardback) |
| ISBN | 0-374-37152-0 |
How many chapters are in speak?
books The chapters are very short. I believe it’s around 93.
Is Melinda from speak depressed?
Melinda, a high school freshman, is the protagonist in Laurie Halse Anderson’s Speak. Due to her trauma and inability to tell anyone about what happened, Melinda spirals into a dark depression; loses her ability to speak with ease; and can express her pain only through physical acts, such as biting her lips and nails.
How many pages does speak book have?
384
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780374300289 |
|---|---|
| Pages: | 384 |
| Sales rank: | 39,242 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.10(w) x 8.60(h) x 1.50(d) |
| Age Range: | 12 – 17 Years |
How many pages is speak?
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780312674397 |
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| Pages: | 224 |
| Sales rank: | 2,339 |
| Product dimensions: | 5.40(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.70(d) |
| Lexile: | 690L (what’s this?) |
Who is speaking up in speak third period?
Rachel, Melinda’s ex-best-friend, speaks up and says she does not believe the symbolism. In response, the teacher assigns everyone an essay for homework. Melinda reflects that speaking up always results in punishment.
What is the narrative style of the book Speak?
Narrative style. Speak is written for young adults and high school students. Labeled a problem novel, it centers on a character who gains the strength to overcome her trauma. The rape troubles Melinda as she struggles with wanting to repress the memory of the event, while simultaneously desiring to speak about it.
How did Melinda skip school in speak third marking period?
Melinda decides to skip school. She wanders around town, takes the bus to the mall, and ends up just waiting for school to get out so she will be safe to go home. By the end of the day, Melinda decides skipping school is not much different from going.
How does Melinda speak in the book Speak?
When she is outside this refuge, she hardly talks to anyone. Her throat is sore from lack of use, and her lips are sore from her biting habit. When she is alone with Heather, Melinda occasionally finds her voice and speaks a little. Around adults, however, she only stammers and fails to communicate.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT07MM9MVNA