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3:13-3:26
This is a third reoccurring quote about the children acknowledging the know these adults mean well but their motives are wrong.

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2:20-2:27
This is another quote repeated multiple times, that the adults believe they have the authority to dictate what they think children should act like, and since these children aren't they get put into a "box" that fits their rules and expectations.

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This quote is reoccurring throughout the book, as it showcases the wonderful aspects of the box but ending with the fact that the door only goes one way. This shows they were pushed into their lifestyle and they can't control when they can get out.

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Throughout the story "The Big Box" the theme of freedom is used many times. When the children are making independent decisions from their parents, they are put down and forced to follow the rules of their parents. The motif of the box represents how the parents tried to create the identity of their children, rather than allowing them the freedom to discover themselves. The quote "And the door only opens one way" (Morrison) helps to show how the parents ideology is the only influence being given to these children. The children are not allowed to 'leave' their parents control and create their own journey and freedoms. To add, the box contains many physical objects that are things the children would love. This represents how many parents in this society attempt to reinforce their ideal behavior by giving gifts. However, the motif of the box shows that physical things can not take the place of individuality. At the end of the novel, the children break apart the box and reunite with the world. This action of breaking the box resembles how children need the opportunity to define their personal beliefs and freedoms in order to be happy and successful.

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Quotes of Toni Morrison and their Impact. 

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Quotes of Toni Morrison and their Impact. 

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Toni Morrison pushes for her audience to understand that they can excel by pushing negative things away and by also using their strengthens and privilege to benefit others.

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Toni Morrison encompasses self-confidence and self-awareness. Not only does she write stories to empower others, put to empower herself. Each of her quotes has the theme of self-advocacy and the importance of hard-work.