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Arnold Friend

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In the short story, “Where Are You Going? Where Have You Been?,” Arnold Friend does not see an issue with bothering younger girls; however, this may due to his lack of morals. Many could argue that this story was a dream or Connie got what she asked for because of her attitude. Though the ending is not told, it can be assumed that Connie may have been sexually assaulted by Arnold Friend and no one deserves to be in that situation. However, if Arnold had morals none of this would have happened. Arnold’s last name is no coincidence, as he entices young girls to be his ‘friend’ and talk with him. In “Where Are You Going? Where Have You Been?,” Arnold states, “‘I'm Arnold Friend and that's my real name and I'm gonna be your friend, honey.”’ As

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