How we cite our quotes: (Act.Line)
Quote #4
WINNIE
To think there are times one cannot take off one's hat, not if one's life were at stake. (1.9)
The choice to follow (or not follow) social group norms is a choice within itself. The idea that the society we live in dictates our choices is part of the price we pay to live with other people. But it seems like Winnie is taking the penalties of breaking the dress code a bit to the extreme if she believes that something like taking off a hat is a life-and-death situation.
Quote #5
WINNIE
Remember how you used to keep on at me to take it away from you? Take it away, Winnie, take it away, before I put myself out of my misery. (1.29)
Suicidal tendencies have obviously surfaced in Winnie and Willie's past. What has prompted the two of them to stay alive? We would hope it's love, but knowing Beckett, it's probably going to be something darker. Being on suicide prevention watch can't be that joyous either, but ultimately, it's what Winnie has chosen to do.
Quote #6
WINNIE
Something says, stop talking now, Winnie, for a minute, don't squander all your words for the day, stop talking and do something for a change, will you? (1.31)
As we can see, Winnie likes to stall things. And boy, have we all been there. But Winnie has pretty much replaced doing with talking, and that can't be good for you—at least, not when you do it all the time like Winnie does.