Quotes for Sem 2 English Exam

Quote 1 - The White Girl

“White people aren’t ready for trust. But some days we have no choice but to take a chance with them.” - Juxtaposition

Quote 2 - The White Girl

“Odette had long ago learned that white people were fascinated with the skin colour of Aboriginal people and what it might indicate.” - Objectification

Quote 3 - The White Girl

“‘What I need from you,’ the woman added, ‘is your tribal name.’ … ‘It adds to the value of the work, you see?’” - Satire

Quote 1 - The Tall Man

“A place where black fellas are growing up under the thumb of the white man.” - Metaphor

Quote 2 - The Tall Man

“The inquest was like a great, old-fashioned crushing machine, processing its victims with brutal efficiency.” - Imagery

Quote 3 - The Tall Man

“The police said he tripped. We know he didn’t trip.” - Direct Address