Building Quote by Gordon Korman
“They crested a rise, and there it was, in the hollow between rolling hills—a low, square building, ghostly gray in the moonlight. "Is that it?" asked Hamilton. "It probably isn't the local opera house," groaned Ian.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Swindle, Gordon Korman, 2008
A group discovers an unexpected, eerie building while exploring, prompting doubt about its purpose.
In simple terms: They find a strange building and question what it is.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about unfamiliar places.
Themes
mystery
exploration
curiosity
Mood
intriguing
eerie
Type
descriptive
narrative
When to use this quote
- hiking
- urban exploration
- nighttime travel
- storytelling
Key Concepts
perception
uncertainty
environment
Questions to Reflect On
- What clues would clarify the building’s function?
- How does setting affect tension?
A Different Perspective
The description may be overly vague, leaving readers confused.
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