Quote 1
"I want to watch television! I want to watch television! I want to watch television!" (27.56)
Mike is relentless. You'd think after being shrunk by Mr. Wonka's television, he'd be a little turned off by the whole idea, but no. He still wants nothing more than to watch TV.
Quote 2
"But what does a snozzberry taste like?"
"You're mumbling again," said Mr. Wonka. "Speak louder next time. On we go! Hurry up!" (22.19)
Often, Mr. Wonka seems to be barely listening. Is this a sign of madness, or does he just have more important things on his mind?
Quote 3
"Could you send a real live person from one place to another in the same way?
"A person!" cried Mr. Wonka. "Are you off your rocker?" (27.5-6)
This time it's Mr. Wonka who's accusing someone else of insanity. In this case, it's Mike Teavee, who is definitely crazy – about television.
Quote 4
"Hey there! Mike Teavee!" shouted Mr. Wonka. "Please do not lick the boat with your tongue! It'll only make it sticky!" (18.8)
We're beginning to notice that most of Mr. Wonka's rules and requests are pretty much common sense. So why can't the children seem to follow them? Are they <em>trying</em> to get themselves hurt?