“. . . and, nobody, here, has, attempted, to, control, her. The, greatest, problem, I, have, is, how, to, discipline, her, without, breaking, her, spirit . . .
“The, more, I, think, the, more, certain, I, am, that, obedience, is, the, gateway, through, which, knowledge, enters, the, mind, of, the, child—”
—The Miracle Worker,
William Gibson
Annie reads her letter aloud to the audience as she writes it. Based on the contents of Annie’s letter, what does Annie feel Helen needs?
Annie feels that it is best to ignore Helen and that any attempt to teach her is pointless.
Annie feels that Helen is a spirited student.
Annie is frustrated by Helen’s behavior and feels she must be taught discipline.
Annie believes Helen needs more affection from her parents.