He concludes that Finny was jealous of his academic ability and therefore, tried to sabotage him by bringing him out all night before a big test. This is the beginning of his love-hate relationship with Finny.
In chapter 5 of "A Separate Peace," the teachers are upset because the boys are playing hooky and have missed an important lecture on trigonometry. They are particularly disappointed in Gene and Finny for skipping class and not taking their academics seriously.
Falls down the stairs
he caused finny to be hurt
He wishes he were like Finny.
Gene wears Finny's clothes to be like Finny and get away from his own stressful life and be innocent and relaxed like Finny. He feels relief when he puts the clothes on because he feels "intense relief," when he sees himself in Finny's clothes.
Finny is welcoming and eager to connect with Gene when he talks to him at home. He is friendly, charismatic, and seems genuinely interested in their conversation. Finny's personality shines through, demonstrating his natural ability to make others feel comfortable and at ease.
he caused finny to be hurt
He wishes he were like Finny.
Finny (Finnian) the gardener is a boy.
Gene admires Finny's ability to bring out the best in people and lift their spirits. He admires Finny's athleticism, fearlessness, and charisma. Gene is also drawn to Finny's genuine kindness and loyalty as a friend.
because when finny died, gene said it was like his own funeral, finny was apart of him in which case you dont cry.
Finny's 16 years old