The Consequences Of Lying In Killer Kane's 'Freak The Mighty'

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People tend to lie in everyday conversations to look and feel more likable. What if the truth could set you free, help make friends, or even be a part of a life long friendship? The argument usually brought up is, "Is it always best to tell the truth no matter the consequences?" I've been in certain situations were lies have caught up with me. That is to say, there isn't one way out of a lie, and you usually have to admit the truth one way or another. Some people think that lying isn't a big deal as long as they are small (white lies), but with enough of them you will be caught in the middle with no way out. You will be trapped in your lies, and don't ever think more lies will fix it! Lying isn't a good habit, and could trap you from a world of justice and incorruptible friends.

Firstly, speaking the truth is always the right thing to do. An example would be in the Blue Eyed Girl, she says, "At that moment, I made …show more content…

Freak the Mighty is an extremely compelling novel, and in chapter 20 it talks all about Max admitting to his dad (Killer Kane) that he saw him kill his mom. Usually Max is pretty nonchalant, but this chapter keeps you on the edge of your seat when he says "I know you killed her! I saw you! I saw you do it! I saw you and I'll never forget, not ever!" The truth set Max free from his dad's evil plan. It saved him from a life of fake preaching, and having to leave everyone he knew and loved behind. Moreover, Killer Kane was obviously a horrendous person. If Max had not told the truth, he would have been forced to live a life he didn't want to live! What happened next was, "Killer Kane pled guilty, which means he has to serve ten more years along with his original sentence." Killer Kane might not have even gone to jail. This proves just how much the truth really means, even in situations you don't want to be

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