A Separate Peace Questions on Chapter 4
A Separate Peace
What are examples of Phineas being a good friend to Gene in A Separate Peace?
Phineas demonstrates friendship towards Gene through trust, affection, and loyalty. He entrusts Gene with the secret of breaking a swimming record and expresses affection by declaring them best...
A Separate Peace
What effect is created when Finny declares Gene as his best friend?
When Finny declares Gene as his "best pal," it shifts Gene's perspective, revealing that both boys share insecurities about their social standings. This admission provides Gene with a sense of power...
A Separate Peace
In A Separate Peace, what is Gene accused of striving for by Finny?
Gene is accused by Finny of striving for academic success and harboring jealousy, as Gene suspects Finny of sabotaging his studies by distracting him with games. However, Gene realizes that Finny is...