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Peer Pressure In 'All Summer In A Day'
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What do you think peer pressure provides? Well, not only does peer pressure provide depression it may also lead into a negative thought process to decide your physical actions and mental ability. .... Ray Bradbury , the author of "All Summer in a Day". Peer pressure is seen in "All Summer in a Day" because of his actions towards Margot and Williams persuasive words towards the children.
I Body A. As seen in the story "All Summer in a Day" peer pressure is shown towards William's actions towards the kids by shoving Margot into the closet. B William says "Get away!" then gave her a push. C. I picked this quote because after William says "Get away he gives her another push.

II Body A. As seen in the story "All Summer

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