San Diego, Senior Year (pp. 67-68) Summary

Steve drinks at school and then tries to visit DeMouy. He discovers that Allison Kimble is in DeMouy's office preparing college applications. Steve stands in the doorway and makes jokes until he suddenly realizes the parallels between his recent behavior and Allison's behavior. He becomes awkward and uncomfortable because of his sudden interest in academic performance, and he hurriedly leaves the school offices.

San Diego, Senior Year (pp. 67-68) Analysis

Steve stops by DeMouy's office for a visit and then begins to poke fun at Allison for taking college so seriously. Allison is clearly serious and involved with the process though she is able to take Steve's ribbing with a good nature. Steve's sudden realization that he is beginning to, once again, value academic achievement leaves him confused and somewhat angry, and he...