... sense of pride. One other quote that comes to mind is towards the end of the book, Alex's father received news of his sons death. He said, " 'How is it', he wonders aloud as he gazes blankly across the Chesapeake Bay, 'That a kid with so much compassion could cause ... about myself, I find that every time I gain more pride in myself, the harder I fall when I am blinded by my pride. I either get defeated or don't successfully complete my task and suffer the consequences from not doing so. When I get a good test grade or accomplish doing a new trick on my skateboard, I am filled...

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• Grade Level: High School