Context
When was Streetcar written?
1947
Tennessee Williams
What theme relates to modernization?
Old vs new.
What is the origin of Blanche and Stella's last name?
DuBois is French for made of wood.
How many English teachers do we have over the last 2 years? (Count the ones that didn't show up, name them out)
Mr. Sexton
Ms. Milasic
Mr. Linton
Mr. McDonnell
Where is Streetcar set?
Elysian Fields, New Orleans
Where is William's from?
What theme is explored through the contrast between Blanche's appearance and the setting?
Beauty and decay.
What is Stella's husband's full name?
Which duo in class would be less likely to show up to English?
Max and Paul
What was important about Streetcar's setting?
It was a mixing pot of old and new, rapid post WW2 modernisation.
What did Tenessee Williams struggle with?
Addiction
What ideals does Blanche represent?
The Old South.
Who did Blanche write to?
Shep Huntleigh
Who got special care from Mr. McDonnell every time? (if there a hitlist, he is number one on the hitlist)
Samuel
Why did New Orleans modernize post WW2?
Who inspired Blanche's character?
His sister
What quote encapsulates Blanche's desire to escape?
"I don't want realism! I want magic!"
Eunice and Steve
Who is always late to English?
Nelly
What is the importance of music?
New Orleans is the birthplace of Jazz.
How did Williams die?
Choking on a bottle cap
What aspects of power are explored? Name two.
Masculinity, wealth, physical strength
Who is Blanche's former husband?
Allan Grey
Who came up with doing the Jeopardy game for English last lesson first?
Our group (Anouk, Sophie, Manny, Uma, Yiding)