How we cite our quotes: (Part.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"Why don't you go have your eyes fixed?" (2.5)
By expressing his disapproval of her so early in the relationship, Neil puts Brenda in the position of trying to please him. She can't take her nose job back, so a sense of futility probably contributes to their break-up. You know what they say: Nose Goes.
Quote #2
Over the years Mr. Patimkin had taught his daughters that free throws were theirs for the asking […]. (2.78)
Neil is afraid that Julie and Brenda have learned that they deserve to have what they want at all costs, even if it hurts others. But then again, it's just basketball… maybe he's getting a little ahead of himself.
Quote #3
"How do you like me?"
"You are great to babysit for. Am I allowed all the milk and cake I want?" (3.64-3.65)
Neil feels manipulated by Brenda. He wants to be with her, not her sister. He has a real inferiority complex about Brenda's family being richer than his. Neil probably thinks she wouldn't have subjected a rich boyfriend to the same treatment, but Neil thinks a lot of things that aren't necessarily true.