A Separate Peace Chapters 11-13 Flashcards

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What does Gene do when he returns to Devon after visiting Leper?

When Gene returns to Devon School after visiting Leper, he goes to see Finny and gets involved in a snowball fight.

What does Brinker think is the reason for Gene not enlisting?

Brinker thinks that Gene is not enlisting in the war because he feels pity for Finny.

What is the one thing that Finny believes in?

Finny believes in Gene.

Who does Finny see hiding in the bushes? What does seeing him prove to Finny?

Finny sees Leper hiding in the bushes, which proves to him that the war is real. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Brinker take Gene and Finny at night? What is their purpose?

Brinker takes Gene and Finny to the First Building to investigate Finny's fall. Signup and view all the answers

How does Finny handle their questions? What does he try to do for Gene?

Finny lies about the circumstances of his fall to protect Gene. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the surprise witness for the trial? What does he say?

The surprise witness is Leper, who states that Gene was on the tree when Finny fell but cannot remember who was ahead. Signup and view all the answers

How does Finny react to this testimony? What happens to Finny?

Finny refuses to listen and leaves the room but falls down the stairs. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Finny taken? What does Gene do?

Finny is taken to the infirmary, and Gene goes to the hospital. Signup and view all the answers

How does Finny react to seeing Gene? What happens to him?

Finny is mad at Gene and asks if he's going to break something else. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Gene spend the night?

Gene spends the night at the stadium. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Gene return to the infirmary?

Gene returns to bring Finny's clothes and toiletries to the hospital as instructed by Dr. Stanpole. Signup and view all the answers

What does he tell Finny?

Gene tells Finny that he caused his fall from the tree. Signup and view all the answers

What does Finny say about denying the war? What does Gene say about Finny being a soldier?

Finny mentions he's been denying the war but acknowledges he would enlist if given the chance. Gene says Finny could never be a soldier. Signup and view all the answers

What is resolved between the boys?

They resolve that Gene's causing Finny to fall was impersonal and unintentional. Signup and view all the answers

What does the doctor tell Gene? How does Gene react? Why?

The doctor tells Gene that Finny is dead, and Gene reacts without crying, feeling it was like his own funeral. Signup and view all the answers

What/who moves into the Far Common in June?

The war moves into the Far Common. Signup and view all the answers

What branch of service does Gene join? Brinker?

Gene joins the Navy and Brinker joins the Coast Guard. Signup and view all the answers

What does Gene say his war was?

Gene states his war was at the Devon School. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gene's Return to Devon

Gene returns to Devon School after visiting Leper and joins Finny in a snowball fight, highlighting their friendship and camaraderie.
The snowball fight escalates with shifting alliances, ultimately resulting in everyone playfully turning against Finny.

Brinker's Accusation

Brinker accuses Gene of not enlisting due to pity for Finny, revealing tensions regarding their respective views on the war.

Finny's Belief in Gene

Finny places unwavering trust in Gene, stating that he believes in him more than anything else, including teachers and books.

Leper's Revelation

Finny encounters Leper hiding in the bushes, which affirms the reality of the war for him; Leper's mental instability serves as a catalyst for Finny's understanding of war's impact.

Investigation of Finny's Fall

Brinker takes Gene and Finny to the First Building at night to investigate the circumstances surrounding Finny's fall from the tree.

Finny's Defense of Gene

During the questioning, Finny lies to protect Gene, claiming he fell due to losing balance and that Gene wasn’t involved.

Leper's Testimony

Leper unexpectedly appears as a witness during the trial, stating he remembers that both Gene and Finny climbed the tree together, which implies Gene's involvement in Finny's fall.

Finny's Reaction and Consequences

Finny dismisses Leper's testimony and leaves abruptly, falling down the stairs in a moment of emotional turmoil, leading to him being taken to the infirmary.

Gene's Hospital Visit

Gene visits Finny in the infirmary, where Finny expresses anger towards him, illustrating the strain in their friendship post-accident.

Gene's Overnight Stay

Gene spends the night at the stadium, reflecting the somber mood and sense of detachment from his surroundings.

Purpose of Gene’s Infirmary Return

Gene returns to the infirmary at Dr. Stanpole's request to bring Finny's personal items, underscoring his continued involvement in Finny's life.

Confession of Guilt

Gene confesses to Finny that he was responsible for Finny's fall, emphasizing the weight of his guilt and the complexity of their relationship.

Finny on War and Soldierhood

Finny discusses his denial of the war and contemplates enlisting, while Gene states that Finny could never make a meaningful soldier, regardless of his injury.

Resolution of Blame

The emotional conflict between Gene and Finny is resolved when Finny acknowledges that Gene's actions were unintentional and impersonal.

Finny's Death

The doctor informs Gene of Finny's death, which he takes with an unsettling calm, feeling as if it were his own funeral, signaling profound internal conflict and grief.

War's Presence at Devon

In June, the war reaches the Devon School, marking a significant change in the boys' lives and their environment.

Military Enlistment of Gene and Brinker

Gene joins the Navy while Brinker enlists in the Coast Guard, representing their shifting responsibilities as the war looms.

Gene's Interpretation of War

Gene reflects on his personal war being fought at Devon School, emphasizing that his battles were internal and emotional rather than external or physical.

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Test your understanding of the key events and characters in chapters 11 to 13 of 'A Separate Peace'. These flashcards cover important moments, such as Gene's return to Devon and interactions with Finny and Brinker. Perfect for reinforcing your grasp of the themes and plot developments in this classic novel.