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GPS for Life
Arnold is blessed to find a number of guides along
his journey to maturity. Name two of
these mentors (positive influences and helpers). Then, briefly relate a relevant incident or
example, and explain their impact on Arnold’s growth. Please include page references!
One of the mentors that helped Arnold along his journey to maturity would certainly be Mr.P. Another mentor of Arnolds is his grandmother. Mr.P isn't in the story too much, but what he does makes a huge impact. After Arnold throws a textbook in Mr.P's face (pg. 31), Mr.P ends up coming to Arnold's house to talk to him. He tells Arnold to leave the reservation so he can go somewhere where other people have hope (pg.42-43). If Mr.P hadn't done this, then chances are, Arnold would'nt have left the reservation. Now, Arnold's grandmother was someone that he loved very much, and that was always there for him. One time in the book, after Arnold punches Roger (a popular tough kid) in the face (pg. 65), he goes to his grandmother for advice. His grandmother tells him that Roger and his friends will probably respect him now, because he challenged the "alpha dog" (pg. 70). I think that because of this, Arnold is able to realize that he can be respected and rewarded for standing up for himself. In conclusion, these two reasons are why I find Mr.P and Arnold's Grandmother two fabulous mentors!
ReplyDeleteThroughout the book, Junior had plenty of influences that were good and bad. Some were better than others, but I believe the two guides that gave Junior the most useful advice were Junior's grandmother and his basketball coach. After Junior got into some trouble at school with a big jock named Roger, he immediately went to his grandmother for advice (67-70). Although she was an elderly woman, she always gave Arnold helpful advice and especially in this situation. She told Junior that he had challenged the kid in school that nobody wants to mess with, and because he stood up for himself, Junior is now going to be respected by Roger and all of his friends (70). Junior then discovered that he should always stand up for himself and what he believes in. Next, Junior's basketball coach was one of his main supporters. Even at try-outs the coach seemed to see potential in Junior. He made him play full court one-on-one with Roger, but Roger continued to steal the ball and score (139-141). The coach made Junior face Roger over and over because he believed in him from the beginning. Another time the coach was a great guide to Junior was after Rowdy gave Junior a concussion at the Wellpinit v. Reardan game causing Junior to go to the hospital. While in the hospital, Coach payed a visit to Junior where they really bonded and the coach said that a perfect quote for Junior is "The quality of a man's life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence, regardless of his chosen field of endeavor," because Junior is the most committed person he had ever met (148). At this point, Junior realized that there is at least one person out there who believes in him, and that should be enough for him to keep working toward his dreams and goals.
ReplyDeleteI personally think that two main influences in Junior’s life are his grandmother and his father. I know what some of you might be saying that his father was an alcoholic and didn’t do anything in Junior’s life but make it worse. That is what I thought at first, but then I realized that he father at times has been somewhat of a role model for Junior. The time that I remember most was when it was a week after Christmas, and Junior’s father went to a bar to drink for nearly one whole week because the family didn’t have enough money to buy any presents. When his father does come back he gives Junior five dollars (150-151). The reason this was so inspirational was because even though that was most likely his father’s last five dollars, and even though he was extremely drunk, he somehow found the will power to put that five dollar bill in his boot and save it for his son. His grandmother was an influence for Junior in many ways also, especially when she died. When Junior heard that his grandmother’s last words were “forgive him” and that those words were meant for the man that ran her over, he was astonished (157). She taught Junior by saying those two words, how to love, forgive, and tolerate everyone. Junior’s father and grandmother in my mind were the two greatest mentors in his life.
ReplyDeleteThroughout the book, there are many people who help Junior to believe in himself and not give up. I think the most important mentor he had was his geometry teacher, Mr. P. He was the person who initially gave Junior the courage to take a chance and be different. Mr. P tells Junior that he has to keep fighting and never give up. He gives him the audacity to walk away from the rez and find a place that has the hope that he needs desperately (43). This particular incident had an extremely positive effect on Junior and really helped him to grow by making him see the importance of doing what he wants and not just staying on the rez because it’s what was expected of him. Without Mr. P, Junior never would have even had the chance to gain his other extremely important mentor at Reardan, Gordy. To me, Gordy was not the most influential mentor Junior had, but he was important nonetheless. A lot of people don’t even realize how much of an influence Gordy had on Junior. He taught Junior that “…Hard work- the act of finishing, of completing, of accomplishing a task- is joyous.” (98). Junior also mentions how Gordy helped him through the school year by giving him good advice and challenging him. Without the help of Gordy, Junior might never have realized how hard you have to work to be proud of yourself and happy. Junior used this advice to motivate him through school- both in academics and basketball. Throughout the rest of his life, Junior will use the advice given to him by both of these mentors.
ReplyDeleteThe two mentors that come to mind when I think to answer this question would be Arnold's grandmother and Mr. P. Mr.P, first, because he really set the book's plot in motion. Relating to the GPS for life idea, Mr.P told him where to go with his life and to leave the reservation (Page 32-43). He forced Arnold to realize that he has potential and, unlike many other people on his reservation, could go somewhere with his life. Because of him, Arnold was encouraged to get a better education, leave the pitiful reservation, and live an overall better life. The second mentor that helped him through his early days at his new school was his grandmother. She was a wise old woman who could actually give Arnold good advice, instead of his parents telling him negative, unhelpful things. For example, when Roger insults Arnold and Arnold punches him in the face(Page 64-65), he turns to his grandmother for help. She has a funny, immature, yet wise way of delivering the advice that allows Arnold to laugh, but also gain a lot from it. When Arnold came home after punching Roger, he was confused and terrified because Roger didnt react like most people on the rez would have. She said that he should have kicked him in the balls, which got a laugh, and then told him that he most likely respects Arnold (Pages 67-70). This pretty much solved Arnold's confusion. Both of these mentors guided Arnold to and through his life-changing experience with Reardan High School.
ReplyDeleteI think two of Junior's important mentors in his life were his grandmother and his sister, Mary. His grandmother was an obvious mentor. When Junior wanted advice, he usually turned to his grandmother, and she would answer him with a wise saying. She would pick him back up when he fell down. She told him that Roger respected him since he didn't hit him back when Junior punched him (68). Even though things she says make no sense when she firsts says things, we know that they make sense in the end. Mary is an indirect mentor. She never really conversed with Junior much in the book. It was when she left for Montana, she became a mentor. She got out of the rez, which showed Junior that he had to get out if he wanted to have any hope at all. He thought that she was horrible for leaving without saying goodbye, but then he realized that she needed to get out. She had lived in the basement for so long that she had to leave. Junior knew that he had to go, too. His parents did lose both their children, but one now has a large chance of having a better life.
ReplyDeleteI believe that two of Arnold’s mentors along the way were his grandmother and his basketball coach. First off, when Arnold punched Roger in the face, he didn’t know what to do when Roger walked away without fighting him (64-69). He turned to his grandmother for help. She speculated that Roger respected Arnold for his bold move. She compared it to Arnold challenging the alpha dog and punching him in the face. As a matter of fact, Roger was nice to Arnold and treated him with respect the next day. Arnold always turned to his grandmother when he had a pending issue that he couldn’t understand. She helped him rise to a confident kid at Reardan. Next, when Arnold felt ashamed and uncomfortable facing his previous tribal community in basketball, Coach encouraged Arnold to face them with honor and courage (188-189). The Reardan coach really helped Arnold become confident with himself. He make Arnold face his tribe with pride. Best of all, Arnold showed his tribe how much he has progressed at Reardan. Arnold’s growth was greatly affected by these two mentors in his life.
ReplyDeleteThroughout the book, Junior receives plenty of good and bad advice from many people. I think the most influential and helpful people were Mr. P and his friend, Gordy. I believe that Mr. P played a big part in Junior’s journey to success. Because of Mr. P’s concern and encouragement (42-43), Junior found the boldness to leave the reservation (46). I believe that without Mr. P, Junior would have fallen into the same hopelessness as his parents, exactly where he didn’t want to be. Mr. P’s visit greatly impacted the rest of Junior’s life in a great way. He was able to attend Reardan (58), make a better future for himself, and realize his full potential. Junior’s friend, Gordy, wasn’t as life changing as Mr. P, but he did help Junior in many ways. Gordy was Junior’s first friend at Reardan and he helped Junior become a better student (94). Gordy helped Junior not only understand books, but understand much more about life (94-98). I think that this encounter helped Junior to look at the world differently, thanks to Gordy. These two people, Mr. P and Gordy, are two people that served as mentors to Junior.
ReplyDeleteGordy and Coach helped Arnold along his journey to maturity. Gordy had taught him that you had to read a book three times before you knew it (94). Gordy tutored him and made him work hard (98). He also taught him to get excited about reading. Gordy impacted Arnold’s journey by helping him with school and working harder. Coach had helped Arnold through his journey to maturity in many ways. One time, he gave him a complement boosting his confidence by saying that he was the best shooter that has ever played for him (142). Coach had also given him advice from Vince Lombardi (148). Also, Coach had confidence in him, when he told Arnold that he was going to be guarding Rowdy the second game they played against Wellpinit (188). When Arnold didn’t believe that he could do it, Coach told him he could and then Arnold believed him (188-189). Coach impacted Arnold’s journey by believing in him. These are the two mentors that helped Arnold along his journey to maturity.
ReplyDeleteI think that one of the most important mentors Arnold had was Mr. P. Without Mr. P’s guidance, Arnold would never have become mature enough to decide to leave the reservation. He would have stayed there, and been caught up in the circle of depression. The time when Mr. P helped Arnold the most was when he came and talked to him after school (33-43). Mr. P showed Arnold how to escape the reservation and make something of himself. Another important person in Arnold’s life is Eugene. He told Arnold that it was “pretty cool” that he was going to Reardan (71). Arnold said, “Wow, I felt proud,” (72). Eugene had made him feel proud about his decision to go to Reardan. This was a sign of growing maturity because he made a good decision, and recognized it. Even though he was an alcoholic, Eugene was never mean to Arnold, and made him feel worth something. Mr. P and Eugene helped Arnold to mature, and find his way out of the reservation.
ReplyDeleteThroughout the book and throughout our lives, there are people who affect us and direct us to make decisions and choices that affect how we view life and what we do with it. The most important influence in the book is Mr. P. This teacher is the first to tell Junior how important he is. Mr. P. guides Junior to make the decision of leaving the reservation in search of higher education. This decision will affect the rest of his life. Without Mr. P., Junior might have ended up sad and hopeless like everyone else on the reservation. Another one of Junior’s guides was his Grandmother Spirit. “My grandmother’s greatest gift was tolerance.” (pg 155). Junior talks about his grandmother with great respect because she always gave him the advice and confidence he would need. She supported his decision to leave and helped him with his problems at school like on page 68 when she helped him understand Roger’s reaction. Junior’s teacher and grandmother guide him on the path through his adolescence.
ReplyDeleteArnold matured a lot throughout this book, but not without positive influences provided by people he trusted. One person he appreciated was Penelope. “I realized that she was being my friend. Being a really good friend, in fact. She was concerned about me,” Arnold recognized (127). Penelope taught Arnold how to let people in. He realized that if you allow yourself to let people into your life, they can be pretty amazing (129). He matured with this realization, thanks to Penelope. Another key role model in his life was his father’s best friend, Eugene. Although Arnold only encountered Eugene a few times in this book, you could tell he really looked up to him. Arnold called Eugene a “good guy” and considered him his uncle (70). When Eugene gave him a ride to school on his vintage motorcycle, he told Arnold, “It’s pretty cool, you doing this” (71). And when Arnold questioned it, he encouraged him by saying, “Yeah, man, I could never do it. I’m a wuss” (72). He helped Arnold feel proud of himself, and helped him gain respect (72). Penelope and Eugene are just a few of the many people that helped Arnold’s journey into maturity go a little bit smoother.
ReplyDelete“You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself.”
ReplyDeleteDiana Ross. This quote really captures the book, and I felt it was an appropriate to start off this post. In the story, Junior finds many people who help him mature through his ninth grade year. The first person I would like to point out would be Junior’s teacher, Mr. P. He is a really big impact in Junior’s life, even though they don’t know each other at first. When Mr. P. says, “You have to leave this reservation” (42) and “You can’t give up. You won’t give up. You threw that book in my face because somewhere inside you refuse to give up.” (43) Junior starts to realize that Mr. P. really does care about him. When Mr. P. says “You’ve been fighting since you were born. You fought off that brain surgery. You fought off those seizers. You fought off all the drunks and drug addicts. You kept your hope. And now, you have to take your hope and go somewhere where other people have hope.” (43) At this point, Junior knows he has to do something big to help himself, and that is when he decides to change schools. If Mr. P. wouldn’t have said something to Junior, he would have been stuck. Without Mr. P., Junior would have nothing. The second person I would like to acknowledge is Juniors coach at Reardan. His coach really helps him by putting him on the Varsity team, and also helps and encourages him at every game. Also, what coach would sit and talk to you at a hospital? This really shows how much his coach loves and wants to help him. These are two people that are mentors in Juniors life and impact his growth.
The biggest mentor in Junior’s life is unexpected because it turns out to be Mr. P, the teacher he threw a book at. Mr. P impacted Junior’s life drastically by giving him the idea of leaving the rez (43). Mr. P’s advice changed Junior’s life for the better. Upon leaving the rez, Junior began to think more highly of himself. He also gained friends, earned better grades, and became a star basketball player. One of those friends he met was Gordy. Gordy turned out to be a great mentor as well. Gordy helped Junior academically. For example he taught Junior how to study (94). Also, Gordy believed in Junior and would not let him give up (94). From his friendship with Gordy, Junior gained knowledge and moral support. Just these two mentors had a huge positive impact on Junior’s life.
ReplyDeleteJunior had many mentors and helpers on his journey into Reardan. One being the school athlete Roger, and the other being his old teacher Mr.P.Mr.P sits down with Arnold and tells him why he must leave the reserve (33-43). This is probably the biggest turning point in Junior's life that takes place during this book in my opinion. With the guidance of Mr.P Junior starts going to school at Reardan, which is where he meets his next helper Roger.The help Junior receives from Roger throughout the book is very unexpected. That is because when Arnold first goes to Reardan Roger is one of his biggest problems. Over time him and Junior grow closer, and eventually Roger learns about Junior's poverty ridden situation. Instead of making fun of him as was expected he lends him money and offers him a ride home (126-129). This affects Junior's life because it helps him see Roger and the rest of the people for the way they are. Not the stereotypical racist people that Junior viewed them as. Many mentors help Junior along the way.
ReplyDeleteThe two mentors that I think most effected Arnold’s life are Rowdy and Mr.P. Rowdy was pretty much the only reason that Arnold could survive at the reservation. He was a friend that listened and cared about what he was saying, although it may not have showed sometimes. He supported Arnold when he was in need, and sought vengeance on those that hurt him (21-22). Although Rowdy might not have been one of the best positive influences in his life because of his aggressiveness and willingness to fight, he was still a great friend for Arnold and a good person to watch your back. Mr.P is another of the many great influences in Arnold’s life because he was the one that told him to change his life and transfer schools (42-43). If Arnold had not transferred to Reardan than he would just be going through the cycle like the rest of the Indians, with nothing to do with his life after he completed schooling. Mr.P also told him to hold onto his hope and to not give up like everyone else had (42-43). Mr.P changed the course of Arnold’s life and helped him to possibly achieve the most out of his life. Rowdy, Mr.P, and many others helped change Arnold’s life for the better.
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ReplyDeleteThroughout the book, Arnold is exposed to a variety of unexpected mentors. One that I believe had a significant influence on Arnold's perspective of Reardan and eventually his life was his basketball coach.
ReplyDelete"...I've never met anyone as committed as you...Well, how about I stay and keep you company then?"
"Wow, that would be great."
So Coach and I sat awake all night. We told each other many stories. But I never repeat those stories. That night belongs to just me and my coach. (148-149)
It was at this point in the story that a strong personal bond began to form between Arnold and his coach. Previously to this time, Arnold's coach offered him (Arnold) the stability and emotional support he had lacked for the majority of his life. Although Arnold had supportive parents,they were brought up lacking nessecary influences in children's lives. Before Arnold and his coach formed a personal bond, Arnold learned determination, perseverance, the advantages of teamwork, and many additional qualities under the influence of his coach. Although Arnold had some supportive family and friends, his coach offered him guidance that those who had similar upbringings lacked.
Another mentor who had a significant influence in Arnold's growth would be Penelope. Although Penelope was Arnold's peer and lacked the wisdom other "mentors" offered, she had a considerable influence on his social growth. An important aspect of any child's life is the social environment they are exposed to. Arnold was raised in a very negative environment, counterproductive to his social growth. His exposure to Penelope opened up a social environment that offered beneficial growth.
"...Penelope starts crying, talking about how lonely she is, and how everybody thinks her life is perfect because she's pretty and smart and popular, but that she's scared all the time, but nobody will let her be scared because she's pretty and smart and popular." (108)
Exposure to Penelope in turn exposed Arnold to new social situations, often those of which he had an impact in the lives of others. Arnold and Penelope's relationship was a new experience for Arnold, limited not only to his interactions with Penelope but also interactions with his peers at Reardan.
One mentor in Arnold’s life is his grandmother. Both in life and in death she guided Arnold and positively influenced his life. First off, she gave him advice when he was new to Reardan and didn’t understand the social “rules” (67-68). Also, she was a positive role model in many ways. She never drank alcohol in her life. This for Indians was a very unusual thing since a lot of their culture included drinking. Arnold’s grandma was very tolerant too. In a world of prejudice, she showed Arnold that it was good to be tolerant. Even when she died, she told her family to forgive the man that killed her (157). That takes an enormous amount of tolerance. With both her qualities and her wisdom, Arnold’s grandma is a great influence in Arnold’s life.
ReplyDeleteAnother positive influence in Arnold’s life is his basketball coach. He is a man that Arnold could talk to but still pushed Arnold to do things Arnold didn’t know he could do. After Arnold’s first game at Wellpinit, the game that he received a concussion, Coach stayed up all night talking to Arnold (148-149). This gave Arnold another adult to talk to, if he needed him. Before the next game versus Wellpinit, Coach told Arnold to guard Rowdy. Since Rowdy was a better player than Arnold, Arnold didn’t think that he could do it. But because Coach believed in him and said that he could do it, Arnold started to believe in himself. He wrote, “Do you understand how amazing it is to hear that from an adult? Do you know how amazing it is to hear that from anybody (189)?” It’s amazing to me that, at the age of fourteen, Arnold hadn’t heard that from anybody before. That’s what makes Coach such a great mentor in Arnold’s life.
Arnold had many guides that helped him get a future. One mentor the helped Arnold is his teacher Mr. P. Mr. P is the guy who encouraged Arnold to go to Reardan so he could have a chance at a future. Mr. P believed Arnold could succeed if he attended Reardan. (43) He made friends, did well in school, and was a great basketball player. Another guide that helped him is his basketball coach. On the first day of practice, they were doing full court one-on-one. He put Arnold with the best guy on the team. (138-141)With the help and encouragement of his coach, Arnold was able to succeed. His coach also gave him good advice that Vince Lombardi said: “The quality of a man’s life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence, regardless of his chosen field of endeavor “. (148) With the help of Mr. P and his basketball Coach, Arnold was able to succeed.
ReplyDeleteMany people touch our lives. Some help us get thorough struggles, and some lead us the wrong way. In Arnold’s life he meets a mix of people. I think one of the most important people in Arnold’s life was Mr. P. Before Arnold got to know him, Arnold probably would never have guessed that Mr. P would be one of the most import people in his life. Mr. P encouraged Arnold to leave the reservation, and get a new start before he ended up with no hope like everyone else. Without Mr. P, Arnold probably would have ended up like Rowdy or any of the other Indians. I think one other important person in Arnold’s life was Penelope. She was the one that helped Arnold’s popularity in Reardan. Without her, Arnold would have been picked on, disliked, and beaten up his whole life. After awhile they cared about each other and end up close friends as Arnold says on page 127, “But then I realized that she was being my friend. Being a really good friend, in fact. She was concerned about me.” Penelope helped him in school, and helped him to succeed.
ReplyDeleteThe two greatest mentors for Junior were Mr. P and his grandmother. Although Mr. P was only in the story for a small amount of time, I believe he greatly affected Junior’s development. This is because I believe he was the one person that really pushed Junior to go be better than the residents on the rez. He did this when he talked to Junior and told him to leave the reservation (page 33- 43). This eventually led to Junior making the decision to go to Reardan and this really helped him grow as a person. I also believe that Junior’s grandmother was another great role model and mentor. She helped him learn to be forgiving and always helped him by giving him guidance. She showed him just how forgiving you need to be when she told everyone to forgive the drunk driver who killed her (page 157). She also guided Junior when she helped him understand why Roger didn’t retaliate after Junior hit him. She also helped him understand just how he may have earned Roger’s respect (page 68-70). This shows great wisdom and is the reason why she is another great mentor in the book.
ReplyDeleteArnold is blessed to find a number of guides along his journey to maturity. One of the two mentors that helped Arnold a lot is Mr. P. The only reason Arnold went to Reardan was because of him. The day when Mr. P handed out the ancient math textbooks, Arnold took one and threw it at Mr. P. Arnold got suspended for it. A little while later Mr. P came to his house and told Arnold he has to get out of the reservation so he can make a better life for himself. Arnold does what Mr. P says and ends up liking Reardan (33-47).The second mentor that helps Junior is his grandmother. Throughout the whole book she is constantly giving him advice. An example of this is after Roger made an extremely racist joke; Arnold punched him in the face. Arnold went to his grandmother for advice and she gave him correct advice by saying Roger respects him now (68).
ReplyDeleteJunior met many people in which he looked up to greatly, and two of them would be his grandmother and his basketball coach. His grandmother was a huge influence on him. One of the most impactful things she said was that since Junior had punched the alpha male (Roger) in the face, him and all of his friends will now respect him(68). Another thing she said that really showed his grandmother's character was when her last words were "Forgive him." Junior noted his shock of how "My grandmother's last act on earth was a call for forgiveness, love, and tolerance.(68)" One of Junior's other mentors was his basketball coach. He first began his admiration of his coach after he was astounded with his shooting promoting him to the vasity squad, but that was little compared to the respect given after his coach showed up at the hospital after there season opener at Wellpinit where Junior sufffered a minor concussion(147-149). Junior's grandmother and his basketball coach where two of Junior's many mentors.
ReplyDeleteDespite all of the hardships he has been through, Arnold can still find solace in the fact the there are many people in his life who genuinely care about him. Two of Arnold’s most notable helpers and positive influences are Mr. P and Gordy. Mr. P influenced Arnold in the most positive way possible; he told him what he needed to hear. He was the one who first suggested that Arnold should leave the reservation for good (pgs. 42 and 43). In this act of persuading, Mr. P gave Arnold a new life and a new hope for the future. Mr. P knew that he had to change the lives of the Indians at the Reservation, and by convincing Arnold to leave, he started the ball rolling. Another large influence in Arnold’s life was Gordy. He was Junior’s first true friend at Reardan, and served as a small stepping stone in Arnold’s path to popularity. In the words of Arnold: “He not only tutored and challenged me, but he made me realize that hard work- that the act of finishing, of completing, of accomplishing a task- is joyous”(pg. 98). Gordy’s advice was always taken seriously by Arnold, and he played a big part in influencing the decisions Arnold made and the actions he took. Gordy’s intelligence and unique perspective helped Arnold look at the world a little differently than he had before the two friends first met. Without these two influences, Arnold may not have had the strength to pursue his dreams.
ReplyDeleteArnold had many mentors throughout the book. Some examples of these people are Mr. P and Penelope. Mr. P was Junior’s teacher on the reservation. Even after Junior hit him with a book, Mr. P gave him great advice. It was Mr. P, himself, who told Junior to leave the reservation and go to Reardan. (32-44) Penelope was also a wonderful mentor throughout the story. She was one of the first people to become friends with junior, and she was always there for him. Along with the help of Roger and Gordy, she helped Junior feel included and wanted. (127-129) In conclusion, Junior had many mentors and helpers throughout the story, including Mr. P and Penelope, and they were definitely a blessing.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sami Beaver when she said that Mr. P was a mentor of Arnold's. If it weren't for Mr. P, then Arnold wouldn't have had the idea to leave the reservation and go to Reardan in the first place. Sami said, "Along with the help of Roger and Gordy, she helped Junior feel included and wanted." I totally agree with that, and although Roger was mean at first, he turned out to be a really nice guy. He's the one who originally thought Arnold was poor, and he tried to help Arnold with that. Penelope was mean at first, too, like when she said, "Oh, that's right, you're the boy who can't figure out his own name." and her friends giggled. That was just kind of mean. I think Penelope first started really becoming friends with Arnold when he discovered she was bulimic. As for Gordy, he wasn't exactly mean, but in the beginning he wasn't nice, either. It's funny how in the end of the book, he has lots of friends from his school off the reservation, where at first he was an unwanted outcast.
ReplyDeleteJunior has many mentors during his journey. His first mentor was Mr. P (32-43). Mr. P told Junior that he had to find hope, and that he had to get off the reservation. Another mentor was Arnold's grandmother. She helped him understand the social protocol at Reardan (68). She also taught him that above all else it is important to be tolerant. Even after she died, she forgave he killer (152-158). She was always giving him good advice. Junior had a lot of positive role models.
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