How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Line)
Quote #1
"Come on, Captain," he says. "June—ah—Ms. Iparis won't learn a thing if you keep praising her for breaking the rules." (1.2.48)
Instead of encouraging critical thinking and a healthy questioning of authority, Thomas is afraid of any kind of dissent. He does not approve of June breaking the rules of the Republic.
Quote #2
"Commander Jameson has requested that you come with me to the hospital as soon as possible." Thomas hesitates for a second. "It's more of an order than a request." (1.4.21)
Even when her brother has died, June is not spared a moment to herself. She doesn't get to grieve in peace or say that she wants to stay home—nope, she has to follow the directions from her superiors.
Quote #3
When I look closer, I realize that he's drawing soldiers breaking into our home. He's drawing them with a bloodred crayon. (1.5.5)
Kids like Eden grow up knowing that soldiers—and other people who work for the Republic—hold all the power. They can come in and take your family and your possessions at any time, so you're never safe.