In the short story “Where Are You Going?” Where Have You Been?", author Joyce Carol Oates paints a clear picture of teenage culture. Although this story was written over forty years ago, it still remains an accurate and relevant illustration of teenage culture in 'today Although the story may have been written many years ago, teenagers continue to think and behave in the same way, which is clearly demonstrated in this story First of all, in. “Where Are You Going?” The main character Connie exhibits many examples of rebellion towards her parents throughout the story. Not only does she demonstrate a disrespectful attitude towards her parents, but she lies to them constantly and to many. times about where she has been and what she does when she goes out with her friends because "her mother was simple and kind enough to believe her" (Oates 201). This is something that is still topical today since teenagers today continue to demonstrate many types of rebellion towards their parents, such as lying, just like the main character of the story did the day before....