The Miracle Worker

by

William Gibson

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Candy Symbol Timeline in The Miracle Worker

The timeline below shows where the symbol Candy appears in The Miracle Worker. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Act 1
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Pity vs. Tough Love Theme Icon
...runs upstairs to Helen, who clutches at Kate’s skirt, dirtying it. Kate offers Helen a peppermint, which Helen eats eagerly. (full context)
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...get along, you don’t know I’m your father, no one likes me.” He gives Helen candy. (full context)
Act 2
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Pity vs. Tough Love Theme Icon
...takes the needle and pokes Annie’s finger with it. Just then, Kate gives Helen some candy, which Helen accepts. Annie asks why Kate is rewarding Helen for hurting her, and Kate... (full context)