Crime Quote by Lemony Snicket
““This is not a game, you horrible man,' Mr. Poe said. 'Dominos is a game. Water polo is a game. Murder is a crime, and you will go to jail for it. I will drive you to the police station in town right this very minute.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket, 1999
A character warns that some actions are crimes, not games, emphasizing moral responsibility.
In simple terms: Not everything is a game; some deeds are serious crimes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the gravity of harmful actions.
Themes
ethics
responsibility
law
Mood
serious
urgent
Type
didactic
literary
When to use this quote
- conflict
- legal situations
- childhood
- fiction
Key Concepts
moral judgment
consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- What distinguishes a game from a crime?
- How can we teach moral boundaries?
A Different Perspective
The warning may be ignored by the reckless.
