Something that I have noticed about this book is that there are several stock characters. Penelope is the "popular girl", Arnold's sister is the "rebellious teen", and Gordy is the "know-it-all." Other stock character include Rowdy, the "tough guy", and Arnold's science teacher, the "mean teacher." These stock characters represent stereotypes that are seen often in books and movies. I think that Sherman Alexie adds his own twist to these characters.
Another thing that I have noticed about this book is that Alexie depicts Arnold as a kid that will try very hard to get what he wants out of life. Arnold dosen't want to settle for the school on the rez. Arnold wants to have a chance to succeed, which is why he begs to go to Reardan. Despite the prejudice at his new school, he still tries his hardest to succeed at Reardan. Even despite all of the times he beat up on the reservation, he dosen't run crying to his parents, he fights for himself.
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