Was the breakfast scene in the miracle worker true?

The breakfast scene in "The Miracle Worker," which depicts Helen Keller's struggle to communicate and her breakthrough during a meal, is dramatized for theatrical effect. While the essence of Helen's challenges and her relationship with Anne Sullivan is based on true events, specific details of the scene may be fictionalized or exaggerated for emotional impact. The pivotal moment of Helen's realization about language and communication, however, is rooted in her actual experiences.