In "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor, Erik Fisher's problem revolves around his aggressive and bullying behavior, which is largely ignored or dismissed by their parents. His actions include physical intimidation and manipulation, particularly towards his younger brother, Paul. Erik's entitlement and lack of accountability highlight the dysfunction within the Fisher family dynamic, ultimately leading to significant conflict and consequences for both brothers. This problem serves as a critical exploration of familial relationships and the impact of unchecked behavior.
Erik Fisher slaps Paul Fisher, his younger brother, in the book "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor.
Erik Fisher
Probably because Paul dislikes Erik, and he knows Erik doesn't deserve something like that dream.
Erik is bullying Paul,
Erik Fisher scares Paul in the book "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor on page 11. During this scene, Erik, Paul's older brother, intimidates him by bringing up the incident that led to Paul's vision impairment, creating a tense atmosphere and highlighting their troubled relationship. This moment sets the tone for the dynamics within the Fisher family throughout the story.
The Erik Fisher Football Dream.
In the book "Tangerine," Paul jumps on top of Erik Fisher during a confrontation between their soccer teams.
In the book "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor, the phrase "this is the house built on the Erik Fisher football dream" refers to the idea that the Fisher family's success and reputation are built upon Erik's football achievements. The family's house, wealth, and social standing are all tied to Erik's success as a star football player. This phrase symbolizes the pressure Erik feels to excel in football in order to maintain his family's status and lifestyle.
Paul Fisher doesn't really like football because his brother, Erik, plays it. Erik is rude and cruel to Paul and his friends, and Paul does not look up to him at all. The "Erik Fisher Football Dream," as stated in the book, makes up most of Erik's and Erik's parents' lives. Paul doesn't want anything to do with it.
The dream that both Erik and Dad share for Erik to become a star football player and maybe even receive a scholarship for football in college. Paul does not like it because Dad is always focusing on the Erik Fisher Football Dream (EFFD, let's call it.) and not on Paul and soccer, and does not realize what is going on with Erik and Paul.
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In the novel "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor, Erik's uniform is described as white.