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“I used to attend scientific experiments when I was a girl at school. They invariably ended in an explosion. If Mr. Jennings will be so very kind, I should like to be warned of the explosion this time. With a view to getting it over, if possible, before I go to bed.” quote by Wilkie Collins
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“I used to attend scientific experiments when I was a girl at school. They invariably ended in an explosion. If Mr. Jennings will be so very kind, I should like to be warned of the explosion this time. With a view to getting it over, if possible, before I go to bed.”

Wilkie Collins

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A humorous plea to be warned about inevitable mishaps in experiments.

In simple terms: Ask for warnings before experiments.

Key Takeaway

Seek safety warnings.

Themes

humor science precaution

Mood

playful ironic

Type

narrative satire

When to use this quote

  • school labs
  • science fairs
  • DIY projects

Key Concepts

literature risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we ignore warnings?
  • What safety measures help?
A Different Perspective

May trivialize real dangers.

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