Close Quote by Mary Pope Osborne
““Yes,” said Jack. “But it was very close.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Magic Tree House #7, “Night of the Ninjas” by Mary Pope Osborne, 1995
A close call reveals tension and relief, highlighting the thin line between success and failure.
In simple terms: It was almost a disaster, but not.
Stay alert; small margins matter.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- emergency planning
- risk assessment
- sports coaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prepare for near‑misses?
- What lessons arise from close calls?
Overemphasis on drama may ignore routine safety.