Father says a car is an anchor. He says machines cause as many problems as they solve.”
-- Caroline (chapter 1)

Importance: Caroline and Father are walking to their camp in the forest park from the city, and Caroline imagines she is in one of the many cars passing them by. This is one of many examples of Father's attitudes about what is generally accepted by society.

I am not strong enough to change what is happening.”
-- Caroline (chapter 1)

Importance: Police are just taking Father and Caroline into custody, though they are still in the forest at this point. This is Caroline's reaction to the situation, though she does not know at this point what lies ahead.

It is important to always remember that at any time you think of it there are people being kept in buildings when they want to go outside.”
-- Caroline (chapter 2)

Importance: This is an entire paragraph of its own, which demonstrates that it is an...