This document contains a student paper analyzing various topics discussed in literature class. It discusses how some who claim to be Christian actually spread hate rather than love. It also compares the different outlooks of the characters Mersault from The Stranger and Forrest Gump, though their mothers shared some ideals. Additionally, it examines how popular figures like President Clinton have faced scandals due to weakness for temptation. The document also references how substance abuse was an issue in both past works like Private Memoirs and today.