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Part Time Indian Conflicts
In “The Absolutely True Diary of Part Time Indian” the main character’s best friend Rowdy faces a conflict with his family. The conflict in Rowdy’s family have its origins in the history of domestic abuse. These conflicts has caused him to be irritated easily and aggressive.

The major reason for the conflict in his family is Rowdy’s father. His father was a violent alcoholic who beats his wife and son. The only thing Rowdy and his father have in common is the violent personality. Which was passed down from father to son. Rowdy would fight with everybody boys and girls. He punches everything or everybody who is on his way. Somehow for Junior was good because his best friend Rowdy protects him from anyone who might try to hurt him.

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