Evaluation:
Published: 09.06.2004.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'Short Story: "But Why?"', 1.
  • Essays 'Short Story: "But Why?"', 2.
Extract

The little boy didn't know what he was doing; he just kept climbing, higher and higher. He was so scared his legs were shaking, but he forced himself up the ladder one step at a time. The wind was so strong now, the poor boy nearly lost grip. Never in his life has he climbed so high. Still, he never gave up hope; all he knew was his life depended on it, as he slowly ascended one step at a time.
"Where's your lunch money Aden?"
"I'm sorry Brett, I already told you, my mum forgot to give it to me today."
Aden stepped back. He was cornered. Brett and his gang were all older than he was. The…

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