Scene 9 Flashcard - A Streetcar Named Desire

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What does Blanche desire instead of realism?

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Magic

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Why does Mitch question Blanche's sanity?

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Because she can hear music that is not actually playing.

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What does Blanche consider to be the opposite of Death?

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Desire

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What does Blanche's scream of 'Fire! Fire! Fire!' symbolize?

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Their relationship has symbolically burned down.

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Why does Mitch turn on the light by tearing off the paper shade?

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He wants to see Blanche better.

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What theme does Blanche's desire for 'magic' represent in the play?

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The conflict between illusion and reality.

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How does Blanche's mental state affect her relationships?

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It leads to misunderstandings and ultimately her isolation.

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What role does music play in Blanche's character development?

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It represents her emotional state and connection to her past.

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What is the significance of light and darkness in the play?

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Light symbolizes truth and reality, while darkness represents illusion and deception.

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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.