Boys Quote by Joanna Russ
“As my mother once said: The boys throw stones at the frog in jest. But the frogs die in earnest.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Little Frog” (1975)
The metaphor warns that jokes about harming the vulnerable can become serious, urging respect for all beings.
In simple terms: Jokes can cause real harm.
Treat jokes seriously.
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When to use this quote
- classroom
- online forums
- media satire
- social media
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What jokes have you seen cause real damage?
- How can humor be both kind and funny?
Humor can mask cruelty.