A Streetcar named Desire Literature Quiz Scene 1 and 2

Describe the character of Blanche DuBois in scene 1.

• Blanche DuBois is depicted as humorous, carefree, and carefree in scene 1.

• Blanche DuBois is portrayed as calm, collected, and composed in scene 1.

• Blanche DuBois is confident, assertive, and strong in scene 1.

• Blanche DuBois is portrayed as fragile, nervous, and delicate in scene 1.

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Identify the main theme present in scene 2 of A Streetcar named Desire.

• Historical background of New Orleans

• Love and romance

• Conflict between siblings

• Clash between the old South and the new South

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Interpret the symbolism of the streetcar in the play.

• The streetcar symbolizes hope and optimism

• The streetcar symbolizes the importance of family bonds

• The streetcar symbolizes the concept of time travel

• The streetcar symbolizes the loss of innocence, the harsh reality of life, and the unstoppable force of change.

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Describe the setting of scene 1 in A Streetcar named Desire.

• The setting of scene 1 in A Streetcar Named Desire is a spaceship traveling through the galaxy.

• The setting of scene 1 in A Streetcar Named Desire is a luxurious mansion in Paris.

• The setting of scene 1 in A Streetcar Named Desire is a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean.

• The setting of scene 1 in A Streetcar Named Desire is a modest two-room flat in New Orleans, with a rickety outer staircase and a tin roof.

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Analyse the conflict between Blanche and Stanley in scene 2.

• Blanche and Stanley's conflict in scene 2 arises from their shared love for jazz music.

• The conflict between Blanche and Stanley in scene 2 is caused by a disagreement over the weather.

• The conflict between Blanche and Stanley in scene 2 is due to a misunderstanding over a poker game.

• The conflict between Blanche and Stanley in scene 2 is primarily driven by their contrasting personalities, social backgrounds, and power struggles.

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Interpret the dialogue between Stella and Blanche in scene 1.

• The dialogue between Stella and Blanche in scene 1 is irrelevant to the plot

• The dialogue between Stella and Blanche in scene 1 highlights their differing personalities and relationship dynamics.

• Stella and Blanche are portrayed as identical characters in scene 1

• Stella and Blanche have a heated argument in scene 1

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Discuss the character of Stanley Kowalski in scene 2.

• Stanley Kowalski is shy, introverted, and passive in scene 2.

• Stanley Kowalski is kind, gentle, and respectful towards others in scene 2.

• Stanley Kowalski is aggressive, dominating, and disrespectful towards others in scene 2.

• Stanley Kowalski is intelligent, sophisticated, and charming in scene 2.

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Identify the key themes in scene 1 of A Streetcar named Desire.

• Love, betrayal, friendship

• Desire, illusion vs. reality, social class, conflict between old and new South

• Deception, trust, forgiveness

• Hope, success, happiness

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Explain the significance of the music in the play.

• The significance of music in the play is to set the tone, enhance emotions, and convey the message of the story to the audience.

• Music is used to distract the audience from the plot

• The music is only included to fill time and entertain the actors

• The music is irrelevant and adds nothing to the play

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Describe the conflict between Blanche and Mitch in scene 2.

• Blanche and Mitch's conflict in scene 2 is due to a misunderstanding

• Blanche and Mitch's conflict in scene 2 is caused by a lack of chemistry

• Blanche and Mitch's conflict in scene 2 is resolved peacefully

• The conflict between Blanche and Mitch in scene 2 arises from their differing perceptions and expectations.

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