Peaky Blinders
History
Literary terms
Vocabulary
Wagwan
100

Characterize Tommy Shelby using 4 adjectives

Ruthless, charismatic, stoic, ambitious, loyal, strategic, elegant, dangerous, intelligent, manipulative.

100

This controversial issue arises when films, music, and social media portray gang culture and violence in a way that influences young people to see it as positive or aspirational.

the glorification of gangs and violence

100

In medias res?

Starting a story in the middle of the action, without first explaining everything. Background details come later through flashbacks or dialogue.

100

Explain 'Roadman' in English

Slang for an urban stereotype. Has a unique style and dialect. The stereotype is sometimes related to the black gangs of London.

100

What does 'fam' mean?

 family/friend/mate

200

In which city is the TV series Peaky Blinders primarily set?

Birmingham

200

criminal operation involves urban gangs expanding their drug networks into smaller towns, exploiting vulnerable people.

County Lines

200

Setting?

refers to the time and place where a story happens. It includes the environment, weather, culture, and atmosphere that shape the characters and events.

200

Translate 'extortion' to danish

afpresning

200

What does 'wagwan' mean?

A greeting: What's good? You all right? What's up? Hi.

300

Name 3 criminal activities that The Peaky Blinders are involved in...

Illegal betting, smuggling, extortion, assassinations, robbery.

300

The city with the highest levels of crime and violence per citizen in the UK.

Middlesbrough

300

Foreshadowing?

is a literary technique where hints or clues are given about future events in a story

300

Explain what 'Scuttler' means in English

a member of a youth gang in the 19th-century and known for fighting other gangs and wearing unique clothes. Originated in Manchester.

300

What does 'mandem' mean?

loosely translates to a "group of male friends." However, it can also be used to refer to a set of female friends too.

400

Name 2 legitimate businesses that they are involved in...

horse racing, manufacturing, distillery operations, real estate, export trade, bar owners

400

These twin brothers ruled London’s East End in the 1950s and 60s, running nightclubs while engaging in extortion, violence, and organized crime.

The Kray Twins

400

Suspense?

is the feeling of tension or uncertainty that keeps the audience eager to know what happens next. It is created through mystery, danger, or unexpected twists.

400
Explain the concept of 'grooming' in English (in a gang related context)

manipulating, influencing, and preparing individuals—often young or vulnerable people—to become involved in criminal activities

400

What does 'Yard' mean?

Home/house/apartment

500

Which war did Tommy Shelby and his brothers fight in before returning to Birmingham?

World War I (The First World War)

500

During which historical era did youth gang violence notably rise across Britain's industrial cities, often linked to rapid urbanization and poverty?

The late Victorian era (mid-to-late 19th century), particularly due to rapid industrialization, urbanization, poverty, and social inequality in Britain's major industrial cities.

500

Name the 5 elements in the rethorical pentagram

  • Speaker (Sender) – The person or group delivering the message.
  • Audience (Receiver) – The target group or individuals the message is directed at.
  • Topic (Subject) – The main idea or issue being discussed.
  • Circumstances (Context) – The situation, time, and place influencing the communication.
  • Language (Form & Medium) – The style, tone, and method of delivering the message, such as speech, writing, or visuals.
500

Translate 'Predatory' to danish

Rovdyragtig / Udnyttende  

500

Translate this sentence to 'normal' english: 

"Mandem, wagwan? We linking at the yard later, innit, bruv?"

 "Guys, what's up? We're meeting at the house later, right, bro?"

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