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In the novel "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson, the beast in Melinda's gut symbolizes her trauma and inner torment from being raped at a party. It represents her deep emotional pain, shame, and inability to voice what happened to her, leading to her struggle with depression and isolation. Through the story, Melinda learns to confront and eventually overcome this "beast" by finding her voice and speaking out about her experience.

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