Matched Choices Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #10

"He should be the one who decides whether to go or stay. Not me. Not you. Let him choose."

"If we did, everything would fall apart," she says patiently. "Why do you think we can guarantee such long life spans?" (30.84-85)

Silly Cassia—not having choices makes everyone happier… Right? Wrong, according to Cassia. It makes us wonder though: Would Cassia and others really be wiling to sacrifice their health and longevity to increase their free will, or are they wanting to pick and choose which aspects of the Society they want to keep and which to eliminate?