One of my friends said her son learned computers right after school and got a job in a big office.”
-- Ma (2 )

Importance: Ma has just told Minni and Sanjay about the computer classes. This statement makes it clear that Ma knows the importance of education. It provides hope that her children will make better lives for themselves.

For me, these are not just stories, they are what happened to my neighbors and my own parents.”
-- Minni (8 )

Importance: Minni is talking about the people who fail their finals at school, forcing them to take jobs or get married. This quote makes it clear that Minni knows how important it is to study hard and pass her tests.

And if someone shouts at you, you don't answer back, unless you want to lose our job.”
-- Ma (13 )

Importance: Ma is trying to make Minni understand the rules she has to follow in order to work for Anita. Minni realizes...