Exploring Pygmalion Act 5

What is the primary conflict that arises in Act 5 of Pygmalion?

• The financial struggles of Alfred Doolittle.

• Eliza's relationship with Henry Higgins.

• The societal expectations of the upper class.

• Eliza's struggle for identity and independence.

How does Eliza Doolittle's character evolve by the end of Act 5?

• Eliza Doolittle evolves into a confident and self-assured woman who asserts her independence.

• Eliza Doolittle loses her ability to speak properly and regresses.

• Eliza Doolittle becomes a wealthy socialite with no personal growth.

• Eliza Doolittle remains submissive and dependent on others.

What significant decision does Professor Higgins make regarding Eliza in Act 5?

• Professor Higgins decides to send Eliza away permanently.

• Professor Higgins refuses to acknowledge Eliza's presence.

• Professor Higgins insists on maintaining a strict teacher-student relationship.

• Professor Higgins decides to accept Eliza as an equal and expresses a desire to have her in his life.

How does the relationship between Higgins and Eliza change throughout Act 5?

• The relationship changes from dominance to mutual respect and recognition of Eliza's independence.

• Eliza becomes dependent on Higgins for her identity.

• The relationship remains strictly hierarchical throughout Act 5.

• Higgins becomes more controlling and dismissive of Eliza.

What role does Alfred Doolittle play in Act 5, and how does he impact the main characters?

• Alfred Doolittle plays a comedic role that highlights themes of class and social mobility, impacting Eliza and Higgins' views on identity.

• He acts as a mentor to Eliza, guiding her through her transformation.

• Alfred Doolittle serves as a tragic figure representing lost opportunities.

• Doolittle is a wealthy businessman who influences Higgins' career decisions.

What themes of social class and identity are highlighted in Act 5?

• Social class issues are completely resolved by Act 3.

• Act 5 highlights the resolution of social class tensions and the redefinition of identity among characters.

• Identity is not addressed at all in Act 5.

• Act 5 focuses solely on romantic relationships.

How does Shaw use dialogue to convey character emotions in Act 5?

• Shaw's dialogue is primarily focused on plot advancement rather than character feelings.

• Shaw uses dialogue to reveal character emotions by employing word choice, tone, and conversational dynamics that reflect inner conflicts and relationships.

• Shaw avoids dialogue in Act 5, relying solely on stage directions to convey emotions.

• Shaw uses dialogue to create a humorous atmosphere that distracts from character emotions.

What is the significance of the ending of Act 5 for Eliza's character?

• Eliza's character signifies a return to traditional roles.

• Eliza's character remains submissive and dependent.

• Eliza's character is portrayed as confused and lost.

• Eliza's character signifies growth, independence, and empowerment.

How does the setting of Act 5 contribute to the overall message of the play?

• The setting of Act 5 underscores the consequences of the characters' actions and reinforces the play's themes of resolution and transformation.

• The setting of Act 5 serves to distract from the main themes of the play.

• The setting of Act 5 is irrelevant to the characters' development and the play's message.

• The setting of Act 5 highlights the characters' initial successes and their unchanging nature.

What are the key symbols present in Act 5, and what do they represent?

• Clock (time)

• Rose (love)

• Crown (power), blood (guilt), weather (chaos)

• Sword (honor)