Max was affected by Freak’s death in many ways. He became depressed because he lost the person who was always there for him. They went on many adventures together, and conquered the world together. When Freak died, Max was so depressed he couldn’t deal with it because Freak was a big part in his life. A piece of evidence to support this is, as the text states, “I hid in the down under for days and days and kept the door closed, which is why I missed the funeral and Fair Gwen going away” (Philbrick 158). This piece of evidence shows how depressed Max was when Freak died. It also shows how shaken up Max got. Max was in disbelief when Freak died and he first found out. A piece of evidence to support this is, as the text states, “I’m saying no
