Scene 9 Flashcard - A Streetcar Named Desire

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Why does Blanche scream, "Fire! Fire! Fire!"?

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She wants Mitch to leave because she's so upset.

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Why doesn't Mitch want to marry Blanche anymore?

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He says that she isn't clean enough.

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Blanche says to Mitch, "I don't want realism. I want ___!" What does she want?

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Magic.

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What does Blanche say is the opposite of Death?

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Desire.

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Why does Mitch tear off the paper shade and turn on the light?

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He wants to see Blanche better.

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What is the significance of Blanche's desire for 'magic'?

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It represents her longing for illusion and escape from harsh realities.

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How does Stanley's character contrast with Blanche's?

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Stanley embodies realism and brute force, while Blanche represents fragility and illusion.

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What role does light play in the relationship between Mitch and Blanche?

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Light symbolizes truth and reality, which Blanche fears.

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What does Blanche's past reveal about her character?

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Her tragic past contributes to her fragile mental state and desire for escape.

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How does the theme of desire manifest in the play?

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Desire drives the characters' actions and leads to conflict and tragedy.