Part 1 of Essay
Conflicts in friendships are caused by a disagreements and the misuse of trust. Sometimes they can destroy ones friendship. In novel John and Lorraine experience many conflicts which taught them that a negative attitude can be destructive. Lorraine's mother's bad experiences with men cause her to be over protective with h ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... deathbed deserves to be shot." (ch.12pg.110) When Lorraine go's to school, Lorraine's mother is very cautious about what she wears,her influences and her peers."I have to leave for school now, Mother," I said wondering what she'd do if she was taking care of Mr. Pignati. "Give me a kiss." "Be careful...Lorraine don't you think that skirt is a little too short?" "It's the longest skirt in the sophomore class." "Just because all the other girls have sex on their minds, doesn't mean you have to." (ch.12pg.111) Ther ....