❝ Monologues · 5 lines · A2
She needs to be punished, Paula.
Gertrude's cover story · An American Crime (2007)
She needs to be punished, Paula.
Line 1 of 5
Yes, Mama.
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Why it's worth practising
She justifies punishment, then coaches each child on the lie, command and cover story in one breath.
Phrases in this speech
Make shadowing a habit
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