In Scene 9 of 'A Streetcar Named Desire,' Blanche is alone when Mitch arrives. Tension arises as Mitch confronts Blanche about her drinking and secrets. Blanche reveals her troubled past, including her husband's suicide and her affairs. She hopes Mitch will marry her, but he rejects her, citing her dishonesty. Mitch exposes Blanche's illusions, leading to her emotional breakdown.

What tune is running through Blanche's head as she sits alone?

• A classical symphony

• A rock song

• A polka tune

• A jazz melody

How does Blanche react when Mitch arrives?

• She yells at him

• She scolds him lightly

• She leaves the room

• She ignores him

What does Mitch comment on regarding Blanche's habits?

• Her cooking

• Her dancing

• Her drinking

• Her singing

What does Mitch do to reveal Blanche's true appearance?

• Lights a candle

• Tears the paper lantern off the bulb

• Turns on a flashlight

• Opens the curtains

What does Blanche use to cover her face when Mitch turns on the light?

• A book

• A pillow

• Her hands

• A scarf

What does Mitch accuse Blanche of doing all summer?

• Lying to him

• Avoiding him

• Cheating on him

• Ignoring him

What does Blanche admit to Mitch about her past?

• She traveled the world

• She was a singer

• She was a teacher

• She slept with strangers

What does the blind Mexican woman sell?

• Fruit

• Books

• Tin flowers

• Candles

What does Blanche hope to gain from Mitch?

• Money

• Protection through marriage

• A job

• Friendship

What does the polka music remind Blanche of?

• Her time at Belle Reve

• Her wedding

• Her childhood

• Her travels