Quinn says, “...I was trying to take some responsibility,” in regard to why he is marching. What is Quinn taking responsibility for by marching at the protest? Why is this important to him?

Quinn is taking responsibility for his actions, placing himself on what he believes is the right side of history, to take a stand for all the “black American boys [lying] in the streets.” He does this because it is his legacy from his father... because he believes it is the right thing. The T-shirt he wears to school openly declares his support of the protest and invites others to join in. Dwyer does not appreciate the gesture. He’s preoccupied with the basketball season and making a good impression on university scouts; he is angry at Quinn for jeopardizing that. A week ago, Dwyer and Quinn shared the same priorities. Their contrasting priorities in this moment show how much Quinn has grown.