How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
"Already had a Gathering of the Keepers this morning—made a unanimous decision by the sounds of it. Looks like Ben'll be wishing that arrow had found a home inside his shuck brain after all." […] "He's being Banished. Tonight, for trying to kill you." (13.40)
And yet later, when Gally threatens to kill both Thomas and Minho during a Gathering, he gets off scot-free. Well, he runs off before anyone can catch him, but it just seems like one more episode where even though the rules are strict and firm, the enforcement of them is a little lax.
Quote #5
Alby spoke in a loud, almost ceremonious voice, looking at no one and everyone at the same time. "Ben of the Builders, you've been sentenced to Banishment for the attempted murder of Thomas the Newbie. The Keepers have spoken, and their word ain't changing. And you ain't coming back. Ever." (14.6)
What if he found a way to survive like Thomas does? Would they let him back in? Also, some consideration should have been given to the fact that he was still pretty loopy from going through the Changing.
Quote #6
"Someone stop them! Help me! Please!" He glanced from boy to boy, begging with his eyes. […] "If we let shanks like you get away with that stuff," Alby said, "we never would've survived this long. Keepers, get ready." (14.13)
Sure, being consistent with your rules is really important when MacGuyvering a government together using a shoestring, some scotch tape, and a slide whistle, but couldn't exceptions ever be made?