41 pages 1 hour read

William Gibson

The Miracle Worker

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1959

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Essay Topics

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When Annie first arrives at Ivy Green, the Kellers underestimate her because of her age, her disability, and her cultural background. How do these “weaknesses” impact Annie’s relationship with Helen? Do they help or hinder her ability to teach?

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Annie often accuses Kate, Captain Keller, and Aunt Ev of holding Helen back from her true potential with their love and pity. In what ways is Annie right about this? In what ways is she wrong?

3.

Compare and contrast the characters of Kate and Annie. In what ways are they allies? Enemies?

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