Where are You Going, Where Have You Been

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…immaturity is shown through her inability to successfully assess the situation she faces. If Connie heeded her misgivings earlier, then she would not have had to submit to Arnold. A more mature and experienced person would trust their apprehensions. By the end of the story, Connie finally does realize the danger that confronts her, but by then it is too late and all she is left with are the sick fantasies of a twisted mind.