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Barn Burning Argument

"He went on down the hill toward the dark woods within which the liquid silver voices of the birds called unceasing- the rapid and urgent beating of the urgent and quiring heart of the late spring night. He did not look back." Sarty's final decision in Barn Burning is usually said to represent his decision to uphold truth over family. However, Sarty's decision is hasty and has little benefit.
His choice essentially consists of fleeing his problems; probably not the best option in terms of seeking truth. It is apparent that his father Abner is most likely dead, "knowing it was too late yet still running even after he heard the shot, and an instant later, two shots…" Sarty's family now faces the world without Abner or a source of income. However, with Sarty's help it may be possible for the family to maintain some level of financial support. On his own Sarty cannot possibly provide for himself at the age of 10. Abner provides a relevant observation. "You......

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