Drills Quote by Scott Westerfeld
““They'll be fine," Wickersham said. "Practice makes perfect." I had to ask. "You practice running away?" "We knew we'd make enemies. Other organizations have fire drills; we have oh-shit-someone-found-our-ass drills.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Uglies by Scott Westerfeld, 2005
Characters use absurd drills to mock serious threats, highlighting absurdity in their dangerous world.
In simple terms: They mock danger with silly drills.
Key Takeaway
Question the seriousness of threats.
Themes
absurdity
danger
mockery
Mood
ironic
critical
Type
satirical
dialogue
When to use this quote
- school training
- dangerous missions
- team bonding
Key Concepts
social critique
survival tactics
Questions to Reflect On
- When does humor become harmful?
- How to balance seriousness and levity?
A Different Perspective
May downplay real danger.
