Themes
The theme that shows Jo and Helen’s complex relationship.
What is mother-daughter conflict?
They are unashamed of their sexual tendencies, often vocal about them.
Who is Helen?
Who said this?
"Yes, I heard you the first time. What do you want me to do, laugh and throw pennies?"
Jo said this.
Helen uses this device when speaking to the audience, complaining of Jo’s behaviour.
What is breaking the fourth wall?
The city A Taste Of Honey was set in.
What is Salford?
The theme that addresses hardships from dysfunctional families.
What is family conflict?
This character’s lifestyle suggests the tension and instability of working-class women.
Who is Helen?
Fill in the blank:
”It wasn’t ______ I was interested in.”
”It wasn’t his nose I was interested in.”
Describes the contrast between the warmth of Jo’s behaviour with her boyfriend and the sourness of her attitude with her mother.
What is juxtaposition?
The name for a traditional family in the 50s.
What is a nuclear family?
Jo’s refusal to fulfil her mother’s demands shows this theme of resisting social rules.
What is rebellion?
Embodies themes of alienation and the search for self-definition.
Who is Jo?
Who says this?
“Close your mouth for five minutes.”
Helen said this.
The play’s realistic portrayal of social issues and working class life.
What is social realism?
The play was originally written when Delaney was at this approximate age.
What is 18 or 19 years old?
Jo’s desire to look beyond her surroundings highlights this theme.
What is escapism?
Exhibiting largely self-centered behaviors and prioritizes convenience over loyalty.
Fill in the blank.
“I won’t ________ but you’ve talked me into it.”
Jo expresses her desire for independence, showing her inner thoughts.
What is a soliloquy?
The play was written in this year.
What is 1958?
The play showcases certain people being oppressed or overlooked, representing this theme.
What is marginalization?
This character suggests future stability but lack firm foundation.
Who is Jo’s boyfriend?
Who said this?
”Now I know you’re glad to see me kid.”
Peter said this.
The use of stage directions and props to symbolise decay and neglect.
What is pathetic fallacy?
She played Jo in Tony Richardson's 1961 film debut of A Taste Of Honey.
Who is Rita Tushingham?