Copy of A Separate Peace 2 (6/23/2025)

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21 questions
Review Chapter 2
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How does the environment of the Devon School play a role in establishing the story's setting in Chapter 2?

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Identify Mr. Prud-homme and Mr. Patch Withers.

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Analyze how Finny's ability to talk his way out of trouble during Chapter 2 illustrates his character.

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In what way does Gene's internal monologue in Chapter 2 reveal his feelings towards Finny?

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How does the Super Suicide Society serve as a symbol in Chapter 2, and what does it represent for the boys at Devon?

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How does Chapter 2 foreshadow potential conflicts in Gene's internal struggle?

1st 1/2 Ch 3
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What was blitzball?

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What was the first rule of the Super Suicide Society of the Summer Session?

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Describe how Gene feels about the Super Suicide Society of the Summer Session.

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Why did Gene continue to attend the meetings every night?

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Explain the significance of Finny's rule that "you always win at sports" and how it reflects his character.

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Discuss the dynamic between Gene and Finny during the summer. How do their personalities complement or conflict with each other?

Homework: 2nd 1/2 Ch 3
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What does the narrator suggest about the significance of historical moments in a person's life?

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During the war, resources like nylon, meat, gasoline, and _______
were rare.
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The narrator feels that the color _______ drab is always respectable and important.
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According to the passage, what was unique about Finny's swimming record achievement?

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What does Finny's behavior at the beach reveal about his character?

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"Exposing a sincere emotion like that at the Devon School was the next thing to suicide." What had Phineas just told Gene?

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Why didn't the narrator tell Finny he was also his best friend?

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How does the narrator describe the atmosphere in America during the war? Provide examples from the text.

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Discuss the significance of Finny's decision not to publicize his swimming record. What does this reveal about his character?