How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
Does it so much matter that these questions are always asked? Particularly by strangers? These are icebreaker questions that create an awareness of ice. (34.51)
We can tell that Naomi is a little self-conscious about her anger over micro aggressions. What's the big deal? Naomi answers it in the last sentence. These phrases only push people farther apart instead of bringing them together.