Gordie Quotes - Stand By Me Flashcards

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What age was Gordie when he first saw a dead human being?

twelve going on thirteen

What does Gordie mean by being 'the invisible boy'?

He feels as though his family doesn't love him as much as they loved Denny.

What does Gordie think of Teddy?

Teddy's crazy

What was Gordie's response when asked if he was like Denny by playing football?

I don't know Signup and view all the answers

What did Gordie hear instead of what was actually said about Chopper?

Sic him, bot' but what I heard was: Chopper, sic balls Signup and view all the answers

What lesson did Gordie learn from Chopper?

Difference between myth and reality Signup and view all the answers

What did the boys laugh about?

Looks like your mom's been out driving again Signup and view all the answers

What was Gordie's reaction when he saw the train approaching?

Train! Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie admit about not crying at Denny's funeral?

I didn't cry at Denny's funeral Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie tell Chris about missing Denny?

I miss him, Chris. I really miss him Signup and view all the answers

What important moment does Gordie keep to himself?

Having a moment with a deer Signup and view all the answers

What was the boys' reaction after seeing the dead body's face?

None of us could breathe Signup and view all the answers

What question does Gordie ask Chris regarding Denny's death?

Why did he have to die, Chris? Why did Denny have to die? Signup and view all the answers

What feeling does Gordie express after finding the dead body?

It should have been me Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie believe about his father's feelings toward him?

He hates me. My dad hates me Signup and view all the answers

What joke does Gordie make to Chris regarding his future in writing?

I guess I'd have to be pretty hard-up Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does Gordie express after seeing the dead body?

You're not taking him Signup and view all the answers

What warning does Gordie give Ace?

I'll kill you, I swear to God Signup and view all the answers

What phrase does Gordie use to express his frustration toward Ace?

Suck my fat one you great dime-store hood Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie say to make Ace feel isolated?

No Ace, just you Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie realize about finding a dead body?

Not this way Teddy Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie say about the boys' silence after finding the body?

...although many thoughts raced through our minds, we barely spoke Signup and view all the answers

What feeling does Gordie express about returning home?

We'd only been gone two days, but somehow the town seemed different...smaller Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie say about drifting away from friends?

Just two more faces in the halls Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie reassure Chris about his future?

You can do anything you want, man Signup and view all the answers

What feeling does Gordie express about missing friends?

Although I haven't seen him in more than ten years, I know I'll miss him forever Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordie reminisce about his childhood friendships?

I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve. Jesus, does anyone? Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character Insights and Emotional Growth

Gordie reflects on the profound impact of witnessing death at a young age, revealing a moment of loss that shapes his perspective.
Feeling invisible in his family after Denny's death highlights Gordie’s loneliness and emotional neglect.
The character of Teddy is viewed through Gordie’s lens as 'crazy,’ portraying the dynamics of their friendship.
Gordie's uncertainty about his life choices is emphasized when he acknowledges not knowing if he is like Denny in football.

Themes of Guilt and Grief

Gordie illustrates his fixation on a single thought of escape during a tense moment with the dog, reflecting his internal struggles.
The chase by Chopper serves as a metaphor for Gordie's awakening to harsh realities, contrasting childhood myths with truth.
Humor serves as a coping mechanism for the boys as they joke about their home lives amidst their grief.
Gordie's confession about not crying at Denny's funeral showcases his emotional turmoil and struggles with expressing sorrow.

Friendship and Connection

The moment shared with a deer becomes an important, unshared experience for Gordie, marking a connection to nature and inner feelings.
Shock among friends intensifies upon encountering the dead body, illustrating the effects of trauma on their bond.
Gordie's emotional pain resurfaces when questioning the death of his brother, highlighting his unresolved grief.
Feelings of guilt after discovering the dead body intensify as Gordie believes he should have been the one who died instead of Denny.

Conflict and Resolution

Gordie's perception of being hated by his father underscores his feelings of inadequacy and longing for familial approval.
A humorous yet poignant comment about future challenges in writing reflects Gordie’s attempts to mask his distress.
The protective instincts emerge when Gordie opposes anyone taking the dead body, pushing him into a confrontational stance.
Faced with Ace's aggression, Gordie’s fury culminates in threats, showcasing his emotional volatility during the critical moment.

Coming-of-Age and Reflection

Gordie’s maturity is apparent when he recognizes the gravity of their discovery beyond the notion of fame.
The emotional void post-journey indicates how the boys’ experiences have irrevocably changed their perspectives.
The distance between two groups of boys symbolizes drifting friendships and differing life paths as they transition to adulthood.
Gordie’s final reflections on friendship convey a nostalgic and bittersweet longing for the simplicity and depth of childhood connections.

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Test your understanding of key quotes from Gordie in 'Stand By Me'. This quiz features pivotal lines that reveal the emotional depth of the narrator and his relationships. Delve into the themes of childhood and loss as expressed through Gordie's perspective.