Speak

Speak

by

Laurie Halse Anderson

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Speak: Part 3, Chapter 20 Summary & Analysis

Summary
Analysis
Melinda relates another report card—her grades are worse than ever, and she gives herself an F in the imaginary subject Social Life.
Melinda’s academic decline continues, as she wryly notes her total isolation by giving herself an F in Social Life.
Themes
Coming of Age Theme Icon
Appearance versus Reality Theme Icon
Isolation, Loneliness, and Depression Theme Icon