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Hands in the air Quote by Maggie Stiefvater

“You were an Aglionby student.” “Are,” Noah said. “Were,” Ronan said. “You don’t go to classes.” “Neither do you,” Noah replied. “And he’s about to be a were, too,” Adam broke in. “Okay!” Blue shouted, her hands in the air.” quote by Maggie Stiefvater
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““You were an Aglionby student.” “Are,” Noah said. “Were,” Ronan said. “You don’t go to classes.” “Neither do you,” Noah replied. “And he’s about to be a were, too,” Adam broke in. “Okay!” Blue shouted, her hands in the air.””

Maggie Stiefvater

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Raven Boys, 2012

A dialogue shows characters questioning education and identity, hinting at rebellion against conventional schooling.

In simple terms: Characters debate the value of formal classes.

Key Takeaway

Question the purpose of traditional education.

Themes

education identity rebellion friendship

Mood

curious thoughtful

Type

philosophical conversational

When to use this quote

  • school
  • home schooling
  • creative projects
  • peer groups

Key Concepts

alternative learning self‑discovery

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define learning outside school?
  • What value does formal education hold?
A Different Perspective

Alternative paths may lack structure.

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