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A Separate Peace

Major Themes:

Jealousy: Gene is envious of Finny's natural athletic ability.

Irresponsibility: Finny refuses to follow the school's regulations.

Denial: Finny denies that Gene pushed him out of the tree, since he believes that all people are innately good.

Insecurity: Gene is insecure about his own ability and intelligence.