Ask questions Quote by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
““…And b-t-w, if anyone asks you what's in the box, I'd say 'feminine supplies.'" The box was large and heavy, and there was a distinct clanging sound as I carried it. "As in tampons?" "Keely's not going to ask questions. Ali's busy with the twins, and everyone else around here is male. Tampons scare the bejeezus out of them, my dad included, but if the person who asks is a Were, they'd smell a lie. Hence, feminine supplies." "Because we're females, and they're our supplies?" I guessed. "No. Because weapons are feminine." Lake gave me an insulted look. "Why do you think I named my gun Matilda?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Inheritance Games, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, 2020
A character uses a euphemism to hide a weapon’s gendered nickname, highlighting how language can mask reality and provoke assumptions.
In simple terms: A gun is called “feminine supplies” to hide its nature.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when language disguises truth.
Themes
gender
language
identity
secrecy
Mood
irritated
defensive
curious
Type
dialogue
characterization
social commentary
When to use this quote
- family dynamics
- weapon concealment
- social expectations
- gender stereotypes
Key Concepts
euphemism
masculinity
feminine archetype
Questions to Reflect On
- How does naming affect perception of objects?
- What assumptions arise from gendered language?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may confuse rather than clarify, risking misinterpretation.
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