How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
"When I talk about discipline. I'm talking about power. […] And I'm talking about success. Success through discipline. Is there anyone here who isn't interested in power and success?" (5.8)
It's pretty common for kids in school to feel powerless. Adults tell them what to do, how to do it, and when to do it. Ben knows all this and he pretty much abuses that knowledge by promising them the power he knows they couldn't otherwise have. Pretty sneaky, Teacher Ben.
Quote #5
"Ultimately discipline and community are meaningless without action. Discipline gives you the right to action. A disciplined group with a goal can take action to achieve it. They must take action to achieve it." (8.40)
This is probably true, right? But wait, what was the goal of The Wave?
Quote #6
They were The Wave now and Ben realized they could act on their own without him if they wanted. The thought could have been frightening, but Ben was confident that he had control as their leader. (8.55)
It looks like the loveable Ben Ross is starting to enjoy the feeling of power he's getting from The Wave. This can't end well.