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Exemplification Essay: Does Dirk Survive?

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I think that Dirk will survive because he now lives on a farm and he isn’t in the bad city. I don’t think Gary will survive because he is now left alone. He might not survive because the bullies might see that the dog is gone and become rude to him again. Dirk is very brave because he scares away all the bullies when they come close to Gary. He is very friendly to Gary when Gary gives him food. Gary says that Dirk is kind of ugly because he is skinny, patches of hair is gone, and his nails are worn down from scratching the concrete. Dirk is strong because he fights with the bullies until they run away. Gary also thinks that Dirk is helpful because Dirk helps Gary walk him to school and protects him. Gary is very giving because he gave Dirk

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