Strength and Skill Quotes in Four

How we cite our quotes: (Part.Paragraph)

Quote #7

"Dauntless has always embraced a spirit of competition," Eric says. "Competition makes us better; it brings out the best, strongest parts of us." (3.283)

Kelly Clarkson would make a good member of Dauntless. "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger," could be the Dauntless motto, verbatim.

Quote #8

"I would improve Dauntless by fostering true bravery instead of stupidity and brutality," I say. "Take out the knife throwing. Prepare people physically and mentally to defend the weak against the strong." (3.292)

Four has the complete opposite idea of Eric. Eric wants to be the type of person who uses his strength to prey on the weak, while Four wants to protect them… until they're strong enough to take care of themselves.

Quote #9

"Hey," [Tris] sighs. "We got through it." […] "You got me through it," I say. (4.542, 4.544)

Tris's bravery and strength under pressure is contagious. Without her, solid as a rock, Four would fall apart when facing his worst fears.