A Separate Peace Lecture Notes

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from the lecture on 'A Separate Peace,' including character analysis, thematic exploration, and narrative techniques.

Christ-like figure

A character who resembles Jesus in some way, embodying traits such as innocence, forgiveness, and moral purity.

Naturalism

The idea that people are controlled by external forces like environment and instinct rather than free will.

Dynamic character

A character who undergoes significant change throughout the story.

Static character

A character who remains unchanged throughout the story.

Foil character

A character who contrasts with another character to highlight their differences.

Stream of consciousness

A narrative style that follows a character's thoughts in real time, revealing their internal feelings and guilt.

First person narration

A narrative mode where the story is told from the perspective of a character in the story, often unreliable.

Allusions

References to other stories, historical ideas, or cultural symbols included within the text.

Symbols

Objects, colors, or events that represent deeper meanings or themes within a narrative.

Internal conflict

A struggle within a character, such as Gene's battle with jealousy and insecurity.

Loss of innocence

A theme representing the transition from childhood naivety to a harsh understanding of reality.

Comparison of themes

The exploration of different but related topics within narratives, such as internal conflict in A Separate Peace and savagery in Lord of the Flies.

Dependency between characters

The reliance characters have on each other for emotional, social, or intellectual support.

Biblical symbolism

The use of references to biblical stories to explore themes such as innocence and knowledge.

Seasons as symbols

The representation of emotional states through different seasons, such as summer for innocence and winter for harsh realities.

Five stages of grief

The emotional process one goes through when mourning; includes denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.