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PLEASE HURRY In at least 150 words, explain how Fugard uses Sam's character to convey the central idea of "Master Harold" . . . and the Boys. Be sure to include transitional words in your response. Use details from the play to support your response.

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Answer:

some ideas for ur response:
- sam exerts power over the men, obviously because he is the son of their boss which inherently gives him power
- he is allowed to change behaviors and moods very rapidly and gets away with violent/degrading behavior towards the men, additionally feeding into this idea that he holds power over the men
- irony in the fact he is considerably younger than the men yet he is considered their "master"

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