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Why did jim implore his grandmother not to tell anyone about his injuries or how he received them
Book II,Chapter XIV-XV
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Book II,Chapter XIV-XV
On the third night, Jim awakes to find Mr. Cutter trying to grope him. They get into a fight, with Mr. Cutter beating Jim fiercely about the face. Jim runs back home and in the morning feels disgusted, ashamed, and angry at Ántonia. He refuses to see her or a doctor and is worried about word getting around town. This is why he wants to keep it a secret.