A Separate Peace 1-3 Flashcard

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What is Finny's greatest strength?

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His ability to talk himself out of trouble.

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In what year does the narrator flash back to after revisiting his old high school?

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1942

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What is Blitzball designed to showcase?

Back

The athletic talents of Finny.

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What is the narrator's first name?

Back

Gene.

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How did Phineas 'practically save' the narrator's life?

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Phineas helped him get his balance before jumping from a tree.

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What is the significance of the year 1942 in the novel?

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It is the year in which the bulk of the novel takes place.

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Who is the main character and narrator of 'A Separate Peace'?

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Gene.

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What sport does Finny excel in?

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Swimming.

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What does Blitzball symbolize in the novel?

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Competition and camaraderie among the boys.

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How does Gene feel about Finny's abilities?

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He admires them but also feels jealousy.