:mute:Maya's trauma and guilt from her lie cause her to become mute.
:prison:Mr. Freeman is arrested but released soon after, leading to speculation about his death.
:evil:Maya believes she is filled with evil and resolves to speak only to Bailey.
:family:The family sends Maya and Bailey back to stamps, causing Bailey heartbreak.
:taboo:Rape is a taboo subject at the time, leaving Maya without counseling or support.
Why does Maya lie in court?
—Maya lies in court because she is afraid that admitting Mr. Freeman touched her before the rape will make people think she helped him.
What happens to Mr. Freeman after his trial?
—Mr. Freeman is released from prison the same day he is sentenced.
Why does Maya become mute?
—Maya becomes mute because she believes her lie caused Mr. Freeman's death and thinks she is filled with evil.
Why does the family send Maya and Bailey back to stamps?
—The family sends Maya and Bailey back to stamps because they become impatient with Maya's silence.
Does Maya receive any counseling or support after her trauma?
—No, Maya does not receive any counseling or support after her trauma. Rape is a taboo subject, and the family avoids discussing it.
00:09Maya is sent to the hospital after being raped.
00:21Mr. Freeman is arrested and asks Maya if he had ever touched her before the rape.
00:24Maya lies in court, saying Mr. Freeman never touched her.
00:37Mr. Freeman is sentenced to prison but is released the same day.
00:40Mr. Freeman is found beaten to death.
01:01Maya believes her lie caused Mr. Freeman's death and stops speaking.
01:23The family sends Maya and Bailey back to stamps.
01:54Maya's trauma is left unaddressed, and she deals with it on her own.
