Highschool Quote by Dorothy Parker
“If all the girls who attended the Yale prom were laid end to end, I wouldnt be a bit surprised”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Yale Prom" published 1934
If all prom attendees were lined up, it would be unsurprising given their superficiality.
In simple terms: Prom girls seem shallow and predictable
Key Takeaway
Question superficial social rituals
Themes
society
gender
critique
Mood
wry
skeptical
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- college events
- fashion shows
- media coverage
Key Concepts
superficiality
conformity
social expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do we make about social gatherings?
- Can we see beyond appearances?
A Different Perspective
Judgment may overlook individual depth
![“If all the girls attending [the Yale prom] were laid end to end, I wouldn't be at all surprised.” quote by Dorothy Parker](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cf5/dorothy-parker-700_classic-insult_if-all-the-girls-attending-the-yale-prom_1229153.jpg)
