why does Blanche replace the bottle and wash the glass after having a drink?
Blanche replaces the bottle and glass because she doesn't want anyone to know that she drinks, she doesn't like to admit that she drinks and often lies about how much she does drink. After replacing the cup she says to herself "i've got to keep hold of myself" this suggests that shes feeble and often needs a drink to calm her nerves. this also suggests that she doesnt like the fact that she drinks so she trys to tell her self shes gotta be alot stronger and keep in control. Blanche hasnt been able to control anything that has gone on in her life so perhaps her drinking is the only way she feels like shes in control.
Pick out the petnames which Blanche has for Stella and explain why she uses them?
Blanche often refers to Stella as Stella the star, honey, baby and blessed child.
she uses these nicknames to show Stella how much she loves her and thats they have a close relationship with each other.
What evidence is there that Blanche is concerned about her looks? What does this tell you about her character?
"you havent said a word about my appearance" this suggests that Blanche is very self centred and vain, she likes compliments and often brings her appearance up in topic of conversation.
"i want you to look at my figure (she turns around)" this again suggests how concerned Blanche is about her appearance. It is almost as if she is displaying childish behavior and showing off.
"But dont you look at me Stella no, no, no not till later when i've bathed and rested" this suggests that Blanche isnt comfortable with herself and has to make sure she looks perfect before anyone can see her properly. she is insecure this could be to do with the fact that she had a terrible past and no longer feels beautiful. however she also could have said that to fish for compliments and Stella to tell that she looks fine the way she is.
What is Blanches attitude towards the place where Stella lives?
she doesnt approve and seems quite shocked at the fact that theres only two rooms this is because she has been raised in an enviroment where everything was of a high class and now she doesnt know how to react.
"this- can this be- her home?" she keeps pausing almost as if she is in shock and cant believe it so has to question herself.
Writing task:
oh stella my wonderful stella! sorry about invading your drinks cabinet i hope you dont mind my honey. its just that i was so nervous to see you, i didnt know what to expect. its been so long! i needed something to help me settle my nerves, i dont normally drink just the occasional one sometimes - erm you do understand that honey dont you? (laughs nervously) i dont want you to think your older sister has turned into a drunkard. oh my god im so nervous! look at you beautiful as ever now come and sit down tell me how you have been?
www good answers and mostly well constructed PEE with a clear understanding shown, the writing task is also sound and again clearly reveals the character of Blanche
ReplyDeleteebi develop a use of appropriate terminology in your analysis, extend yourself in the writing this extract is a little short and could be developed further through dialogue.