Quote by Orson Scott Card

Calvin, what kind of trouble are you planning to make? No trouble at all, said Calvin, annoyed. Why do you think I want to cause trouble? Because you are awake.

Calvin, what kind of trouble are you planning to make? No tr

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This quote depicts a conversation between Calvin and another person who assumes he plans to cause trouble just because he is awake. Calvin, frustrated by the assumption, denies having any intentions of creating trouble. The quote highlights the flawed notion that being awake automatically indicates a desire for mischief or disruption. It challenges the stereotypes and judgments often placed on individuals solely based on their wakefulness, emphasizing that one cannot assume someone's intentions or character without proper understanding and evidence.

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