Angry Quote by Gordon Korman
“Dan instantly recognized the angry scratch that stretched from the corner of Ian's eye all the way along the olive skin to his chin. "Have you been messing with Saladin?" "No. Saladin has been messing with me," Ian shot back. "He isn't big on Lucians," Dan explained. "Animals are really good judges of character.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Swindle by Gordon Korman, 2008
A character uses a pet’s instinct to reveal a hidden truth about a person’s behavior.
In simple terms: Pets can sense people’s true nature.
Key Takeaway
Trust animal instincts for clues.
Themes
trust
perception
character
animals
Mood
curious
observant
Type
narrative
dialogue
When to use this quote
- detective work
- friendship
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
instinct
judgment
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you interpret animal behavior?
- Can pets be reliable witnesses?
A Different Perspective
Animals may misinterpret cues or be biased.
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