"There were no spells at my school, just a smack in the mouth"
- Michael Gambon
About this Quote
This quote by Michael Gambon is a reflection on his school days and the lack of official discipline. He is recommending that instead of counting on guidelines and guidelines, the teachers at his school resorted to physical punishment. This could be translated as a criticism of the school's approach to discipline, as physical punishment is not an efficient way to teach children right from wrong. It could also be viewed as a reflection on the disrespect for students in the school, as physical punishment suggests disrespect. The quote might likewise be analyzed as a comment on the illiteracy in the school, as the teachers needed to resort to physical punishment rather of mentor students the right way to act. In general, this quote is a reflection on the lack of discipline and regard in the school, and the illiteracy that was provided.
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