'Perfecting Pratas': Scene 3

Refer to the stage directions from lines 205 to 208. Which of the following is an evidence of Ben's unwavering determination?

• 'There is flour and oil on BEN's face'

• 'The same kitchen, morning the next day'

• 'The mess is worse'

• 'But he is still trying to make pratas on the dining table'

Refer to lines 209 to 214, what is your impression of Ben?

• Nostalgic

• Caring

• Optimistic

• Disrespectful

Why do you think Albert had a slight pause (line 219) before responding to Ben?

What tone of voice is Ben speaking with from lines 239 to 243?

• Passionate

• Nostalgic

• Sad

• Angry

How is Ben similar to Ma?

• The way he makes pratas

• The way he understand things

• The way he eats peanut butter sandwiches

• The way he fold the clothes

How does Ben try to be like Albert?

• In making pratas

• In keeping the kitchen clean

• Ben actually does not

• Ben tries to persevere like Albert

Why does Ben lie about wanting to be like Albert? Explain your view fully.

Based on what you have read in Scene 3, create a freeze frame to represent Ben and Ma's relationship when she was alive.

Have a friend take a photo of your freeze frame and upload it to your Comm Arts Class Notebook under 'Drama' > 'Scene 3: Freeze Frame' which has been distributed to you.