Change can cause a catastrophe of the mind; some individuals handle it well while others don’t. Change can transform one’s mindset and one’s treatment of others. In Walter Dean Myers’ Monster, Steve Harmon, a somber teen, undergoes a massive change by being sentenced to prison,in addition to being on trial. Firstly, at the beginning, Steve, fearful and unsteady, struggles with his emotions. Steve writes in his notebook often. He once wrote ,” They say you get used to jail, but I don't see how. Every morning I wake up and I'm surprised to be here... Everything in here is just the opposite. “ This expresses that Steve is unsteady and confused. He also has shown self-doubt. He starts to get through the prison and gets distraught about what
Murderers are evil, and it is imperative that the criminal justice system works against them, but it is just as important for them to work honestly and fair. Walter Dean Myers titled his book Monster. The book is about a sixteen-year-old boy, Steve Harmon, who is on trial for felony murder. A monster is what they called him, evil and malignant.
Throughout Walter Dean Myers’ book Monster, the reader has been led through a series of confusion within Steve Harmon’s head. Steve Harmon—a never convicted 16 year old—has been put on trial along with James King for the murder of a man named Mr. Nesbitt. He went through a large deal of stress through the case due to feeling that he is innocent. Throughout the trials, this led to the questioning of himself many times. Although many people believe to know themselves, people are truly unaware of who they are.
Addison Lucas Mrs.A/Mr.G English 10 23 February 2023 Monster Monster is a novel written by Walter Myers,this story is based on Steve Harmon, a teenager who finds himself in a difficult situation as he is on trial for murder. While some people believe that Steve Harmon was not guilty, in reality, he was guilty because he had to be trained by O’Brien, he was at the drugstore during the crime, and he changed his story. The first reason why Steve is guilty is becasue he had to be trained by his defense attorney, Kathy O’brien. ”We’re going to play a little game.
Elianah Vazquez Mrs. Juhas 1/2 2-10-23 Good What is a good person? Steve Harmon is on trial for robbery, and murder.
Elijah Carpenter Juhas 3 Hour 2/10/23 The boy that became a monster You know what I wonder? I wonder what goes through people's minds when they are not just a human anymore, they are real life monsters.
The Merriam Webster defines the term monster as “a person of unnatural or extreme ugliness, deformity, wickedness, or cruelty.” This definition could remind the readers of the screen play of Monster written by Walter Dean Myers. The story revolves around death, gangs, prison, fear and guilt. Monster is the story of a 16-year-old boy named Steve Harmon from Harlem who is on trial for possible accessory to murder. Harmon is on trial for a being a possible accomplice to a murder.
Many people believe monsters aren’t real and are made up by one's imagination. Walter Dean Myers’ novel Monster showcases multiple connotations of a monster. Steve Harmon, a young 16-year-old boy, he was caught up in a court case. He experiences doubt, shame, and horrific fear during his time in court. Most of the spectators in the courtroom view him as malignant, violent, and aggressive.
Do you think a young adult can go from human to a monster? Steve Harmon is 16 years old and is on trial for robbery or murder. He lives in the United States in New York City. Steve has turned from a young adult to a monster. In the novel, Monster, by Walter Dean Myers, Steve Harmon was a monster because he lied and knew about the robbery.
He has a revelation that he should have stood with Hester when she was publically shamed, this causes him guilt as shown through his
Denaya Bartelehim Mrs. Juhas 6-7 2-10-23 The Things Steve Harmon Did. Is Steve Harmon a real monster?Steve Harmon is a 16 year old boy. He lives in New York City. Steve is on trial for munder.
Tucker Holloway Mrs. Juhas 1st-2nd 2-10-23 Good People What is your definition of good or monster? Steve Harmon is a 16 year old boy from New York City. He is on trial for murder and robbery of a 55 year old drugstore owner.
He said that he did not go in the store that day but he did. He also said that he is not friends with James king but he is. He also said that he will not lie during the testimony. but he lied six times during the testimony. Steve was a monster because he did not tell the police about the
Why Monster is significant in the novel Many people are considered monsters in the world. Whether it's for killing someone, commiting a crime, or even the way they act towards other people. The novel Monster demonstrates multiple ways people are monsters. Some people are even falsely accused of being a monster when they aren’t
He is haunted by his past actions and is consumed by guilt and regret. He is also
Even though he has already been given a task to flee and seek refuge somewhere else, he chooses to not follow directions and instead let his emotions take