How we cite our quotes: (Section.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"Leroy Moffit's wife, Norma Jean, is working on her pectorals." (1.1)
The story starts off with a bang, opening with a scene of Norma Jean lifting weights. Not only does this grab readers' attention, it also marks the first stage of her transformation—making her body stronger and harder.
Quote #2
"First you have a topic sentence," she explains to Leroy." (5.2)
This quote might sound pretty mundane, but trust us—it matters. It is here we see Norma Jean embarking on the second stage of her transformation—the improvement of her mind.
Quote #3
"It was Marilyn Monroe's real name." (6.9)
Norma Jean's name relates to the theme of transformation. Just as Norma Jean Mortenson (aka Marilyn Monroe) transformed herself from a nobody to a famous movie star, Norma Jean Moffatt is developing a new identity. It might just be the closest thing to an extreme makeover you're going to find in 1970's American minimalist literature, so savor it, folks.