- Capt. Malcolm McNeil: [Laciviosly] There's an old Scotch saying: it's never to early for a glass or a lass.
- Caroline Penvenen: Men are so stupid about money.
- Dr. Dwight Enys: My dear, we are stupid about everything.
- Sir Hugh Bodrugan: Wheal Grace! A old mine is like an old woman. The more you put in the less you get out.
- Ross Poldark: [on changing a diaper] When faced with the enemy, the Englishman proceeds with coolness and courage.