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Speak is Laurie Halse Anderson's first young adult novel. It was published in 1999 by Penguin Group and re-released in 2006 as a "platinum edition" containing an interview with the author. The novel tells the story of Melinda Sordino, a Syracuse ninth grader who must overcome her depression and…
Speak study guide contains a biography of Laurie Halse Anderson, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis.
- Speak Summary
- About Speak
- Character List
- Glossary of Terms
- Major Themes
- Quotes and Analysis
- Summary and Analysis of Part 1: Welcome to Merryweather High - Heathering
- Summary and Analysis of Part 1: Burrow - Nightmare
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"Mr. Neck" starts a serious debate about immigration, in which he hoots down every point each student makes. In relation to Melinda's situation, what does Mr. Neck represent?



