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What is Gene's reaction when Finny tells him that he is his best friend in A Separate Peace?
Gene is caught off guard by Finny's declaration but feels touched and grateful. He realizes the depth of their friendship and is comforted by Finny's loyalty and support. This moment strengthens their bond and deepens Gene's appreciation for Finny.
What is Finny like when Gene talks to him at home?
Yes, Gene does tell Finny the truth. This is when Gene visits Finny in his mother's house. Gene knew he was guilty and felt the need to confess to Finny. Gene told him that he purposefully jounced the limb to knock Finny out of the tree. However, Finny was hurt more by what Gene admitted to then what Gene did. Finny told Gene to get out of his house. Later, when Finny came back to school, he ignored this conversation.
How is finny and gene relationship before this conflict?
They Have a very pure and honest relationship before the conflict. It is similar to those of brothers except with out the fighting. It is in most ways idea. the conflict brings out feeling so jealously in Gene and brings them apart. But in most senses before the conflict finny and gene were perfect for eachother. They completed eachother. Gene kept finny in line and Finny reminded gene not to take himself too seriously. However this relationship couldnt last like this forever becuase gene was growing up and finny refused to. Which is why finny dies. His character can not go on. He belongs as a child.
Why was gene jealous of finny and why did he hurt him?
because finny never lost his innocence, but gene did, and when gene lost his innocence, his bestial side was revealed, which allowed him to take out his anger on finny
What second realization does gene have about finny?
Gene realizes that Finny genuinely cares about their friendship and does not hold any grudges or jealousy towards Gene. Gene understands that Finny sees him as a true friend and not as a rival or competitor.
Why does finny look small and old when gene finishes running on the morning that he finds reserves of energy he never knew he had?
Finny may appear small and old to Gene because Gene has just had a transformative experience and his perception of Finny has shifted. This could symbolize Gene seeing Finny in a new light, perhaps with more understanding or empathy. It also suggests that Gene's focus is now on his own abilities and growth rather than on comparing himself to Finny.
Why didn't Gene cry when Finny died?
because when finny died, gene said it was like his own funeral, finny was apart of him in which case you dont cry.
What happens when Gene goes to Finny's house?
Gene tries to tell Finny the truth about what happened in the tree, but Finny gets angry. Gene then tries to pretend the conversation didn't happen because he realizes he is just hurting Finny even more.
What do Gene's feelings toward Finny reveal about Gene?
Gene's feelings toward Finny reveal his deep-seated jealousy, insecurities, and internal struggles. They also show his complex emotions of admiration, guilt, and a desire for Finny's approval. Overall, Gene's feelings toward Finny highlight his internal conflict and the impact Finny has on his sense of self.
What is the relationship between gene and finny in A Separate Peace?
Their relationship is torn apart by Gene's resentment of Finny and his dependency on him.
Why does gene feel bad after finny falls?
he caused finny to be hurt
What thing did gene promise to do when finny came back to Devon?
Gene promised to help Finny train for the 1944 Olympics by setting up a practice session and creating a training regimen for him.
