6. Neil is a popular idealistic
student
Neil thinks he’s found a model
for rebellion
Neil shoots himself
Neil’s dead sets in motion the
final chapters of the novel
Neil Perry
7. New student at Welton
Todd is shy and seems
uncomfortable at Welton
Loyal friend and student
In the beginning he was
awkward
By the end Todd learned
more about himself
8. Thoughtful romantic
student at Welton
Falls in love with Chris
Noel
Knox tries to use the
poetry
As the novels end they
seem to be dating and in
love
9. Comes from a rich,
successful family
He’s shown to be
frightened of his parents
Keatings most loyal
followers
Expelled from Welton
10. Shown to be devoted
Father
Shown to be devoted Father
Neil’s goal in life should be to
become a doctor
Neil begins to show interest in
acting
He forbids his son that leads Neil’s
suicide
Mr. Perry
11. Obedient student at
Welton
After Neil Perry’s suicide,
Cameron distances
himself from the Dead
Poets