A Separate Peace Ch. 10-12

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What is Finny's 'separate peace'?

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Finny's 'separate peace' refers to his idealism that isolated him from the world's evil.

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What realization does Finny have about the war?

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Finny realizes there is a real war when Leper goes crazy.

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Why does Brinker think Gene has not enlisted in the military?

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Brinker thinks Gene has not enlisted because he doesn't want to because he pities Finny.

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Whose writings does Gene read to Finny?

Back

Gene reads the writings of Caesar to Finny.

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Was Leper able to handle the stress of life in the army?

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False, Leper was not able to handle the stress of life in the army.

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What does the term 'idealism' mean in the context of Finny's character?

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Idealism refers to Finny's belief in the goodness of people and the world, which leads him to be naive about the realities of life.

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How does Finny's injury affect his view of the war?

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Finny's injury leads him to initially deny the existence of the war, as he cannot participate in it.

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What role does friendship play in Gene and Finny's relationship?

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Friendship is central to Gene and Finny's relationship, influencing their decisions and emotional states throughout the story.

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What is the significance of Leper's character in the story?

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Leper represents the harsh realities of war and the impact it has on individuals, contrasting with Finny's idealism.

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How does Gene's guilt affect his actions towards Finny?

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Gene's guilt over Finny's injury leads him to act protectively and sometimes manipulatively towards Finny.