Answer:
Squeaky seems to not like the girls around her,
✔ but
one of the main themes of the story is that strong girls need female friends.
✔ although
Squeaky says that she doesn't pay attention to the girls, when Gretchen is nearby, Squeaky looks for her and speaks only to her.
✔ Furthermore
, Squeaky says that Gretchen "is obviously serious about running." This means Squeaky respects Gretchen. By the end of the story, Squeaky and Gretchen become closer
✔ in spite of
their earlier differences.
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