A Character Analysis Of Connie By Joyce Carol Oates

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Although at the time Connie seemed to find his manner charming, she quickly begins to feel threatened by his actions, especially when he begins to make threats and demands, telling her “We ain't leaving until you come with us” and threatening to come into the house if she dares to touch the phone. He even goes as far as to threaten her family if she is to make Arnold, and his companion Ellie, wait long enough for them to return home (Oates 864).

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