The statement "I do not tell lies" indicates Christopher's unique obsession with truth. Haddon's uses of short, declarative statements effectively enable the audience to understand the relationship between Christopher and truth. ... Her power over him is exemplified through the statement "So I took deep breaths like Siobhan said I should so when I want to hit someone in school and that made me feel calmer.... He exhibits rebellion with his parents, as seen by "I do not always do as I am told" in the context of rebelling his father's instructions. ... The...

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• Grade Level: Graduate