How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
There was something hungry in the old man's button eyes that made Coraline feel uncomfortable. "No, thank you," she said. "I'm going outside to explore." (3.90)
Coraline has a really good sense about people (especially people made out of rats). What would have happened if she'd gone with the rat-man?
Quote #5
Coraline backed away.
"I'm going now," said Coraline. (4.119-120)
Despite being curious, Coraline decides to not stay in the other world. Smart move, Coraline.
Quote #6
"Don't be silly," said Coraline. "I'm going back for them because they are my parents. And if they noticed I was gone I'm sure they would do the same for me." (5.83)
Coraline explains to the cat that she practically doesn't have a choice about going to rescue her parents. She does it "because they are [her] parents." Duh.