God Expects Quote by Ellen Hopkins
““Later, Bishop Crandall dropped by The house to give me a stern reprimand. He sat across the cluttered table, playing with a paper clip. 'Your parents are worries about you, Pattyn.' I was worried about myself. But I wasn't about to let him know it. "Really?" 'Really. What have you got to say for yourself? You've always been such a good girl.' Good girl. Sit. Stay. Fetch. Bristles rose up along my spine. "Define good." 'I don't appreciate your attitude, Pattyn. Fast and pray. Search your soul for the inequities in your life.' "Any inequity in my life began when I was born female. Can you fix that?" 'You'll have to fix that yourself, by concentrating on the things God expects of you.' His two-faced rhetoric was pissing me off. "You mean like kissing your ass?" He slammed his hand on the table. 'I will not listen to that sort of language. Apologize!' Behind me, I hear Mom gasp. But I was on a roll. "I'm sorry, Bishop I'm sorry I ever believed you might have something worthwhile to say.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “Crank” by Ellen Hopkins, 2004
The passage explores a young woman's struggle with gender expectations, authority, and self‑identity, confronting oppressive rhetoric.
In simple terms: A girl confronts gender bias and authoritarian pressure.
Key Takeaway
Challenge oppressive norms and assert personal truth.
Themes
gender
authority
identity
rebellion
Mood
defiant
introspective
Type
literary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- school
- family
- religious settings
- personal growth
Key Concepts
feminism
psychology
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you support others facing similar bias?
- What personal actions can dismantle oppressive expectations?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue may oversimplify complex systemic issues.
