How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
"I am impressed," said Olana. "I hadn't expected as much from mountain girls."
"We may be mountain girls," said Britta," but we're also Danlanders." (13.30-31)
Eat your words, Tutor Olana. She thought the girls were stupid and unable to learn at the beginning, but they've taken their lessons and applied newfound knowledge to fight against her.
Quote #8
Miri stood by her sister, observing a trader pat a quarrier on the back. "Seems strange. I thought they'd dislike us even more."
"Maybe it's hard to respect someone you're cheating," said Marda. (14.51-52)
The traders seem awfully happy for people who have just had to pay more for their linder. Guess they're more willing to be friends with the villagers if they feel like they're on an equal playing field.
Quote #9
"You know how the lowlanders have always been with us, how the traders talk and such. I've wondered if they were right, if we aren't as smart, if there's something wrong with us. With me." (15.18)
Poor Marda—she's actually taken all that lowlander talk to heart and believes that she might be dumb in comparison to the lowlanders. By teaching her to read, Miri proves to her sister that they are all capable of being just as smart as the lowlanders—they just need the right opportunities.