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WorksheetsReview Scenes 4-7 of Streetcar
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the significance of the poker game in Scene 4 of "A Streetcar Named Desire"?
It represents the social dynamics and power struggles between the characters.
It is a metaphor for Blanche's mental state.
It highlights the romantic tension between Stella and Stanley.
It serves as a backdrop for a comedic interlude.
In Scene 5, what does Blanche's interaction with the young newspaper boy reveal about her character?
Her maternal instincts.
Her desire for stability.
Her flirtatious and predatory nature.
Her disdain for youth.
How does Stanley's behavior in Scene 6 affect Blanche's perception of him?
It makes her see him as a potential ally.
It reinforces her fear and distrust of him.
It causes her to pity him.
It leads her to admire his strength.
What is the primary theme explored in Scene 7 of "A Streetcar Named Desire"?
The conflict between reality and illusion.
The power of love and forgiveness.
The inevitability of fate.
The importance of family loyalty.
In Scene 4, how does Stella respond to Stanley's aggressive behavior?
She confronts him directly and demands an apology.
She dismisses it and tries to justify his actions.
She decides to leave him temporarily.
She seeks help from her neighbors.
What does Blanche's bathing ritual symbolize in Scene 5?
Her attempt to cleanse herself of her past.
Her desire to relax and unwind.
Her need for attention and sympathy.
Her longing for a fresh start in a new city.
In Scene 6, what does Mitch's interest in Blanche suggest about his character?
He is easily manipulated.
He is genuinely compassionate and seeks companionship.
He is only interested in her wealth.
He is trying to make Stanley jealous.
What does Stanley discover about Blanche's past in Scene 7?
She was a successful businesswoman.
She has a history of mental illness.
She was involved in a scandalous affair.
She lost her family estate due to gambling.
How does the setting of Scene 5 contribute to the mood of the play?
It creates a sense of tranquility and peace.
It emphasizes the chaos and tension among the characters.
It highlights the romantic atmosphere.
It provides a neutral backdrop for character development.
What is the significance of the song "It's Only a Paper Moon" in Scene 7?
It represents Blanche's hope for a better future.
It underscores the theme of illusion versus reality.
It is a reminder of Blanche's childhood.
It symbolizes Stanley's dominance over Blanche.
When revealing details of her past, Blanche tells us that when she found her late husband in bed with another man, they all...
went to the casino to dance
confronted him right away
killed him and his lover
Mitch and Blanche's date was primarily at...
an Italian restaurant
the amusement park
the local theatre
in Stella and Stanley's apartment
According to Stanley, who will NOT be in attendance at Blanche's birthday party?
Steve
Pablo
Mitch
Stella
Stanley gave what to Stella to smooth things over after he beat her?
A necklace made of gold
$10
A new car
A new radio for the bedroom
Why did Blanche leave the school she taught at?
She had an affair with the principal.
She had an affair with a student.
She said racist comments to her Polish students.
She beat one of her students.
After their date, Blanche suggests that her and Mitch pretends they were...
at a museum in London.
in a cafe in Paris.
on Broadway in New York.
in their own home together.
In Scene 7, Blanche sings about _____ in the bath.
love and overcoming obstacles
hatred in the world she lives in
her late husband Allan
Shep Huntleigh
In Blanche's letter to Shep Huntleigh, she writes about...
her horrible life running from the law.
her winter going to balls.
her summer going to high society events.
her failed teaching career.
Blanche is obsessed with her appearance because
She has a fear of aging
She thinks it is a sign of her worth and status
It is the only thing that she has control over
All of the above
How would you describe Stella and Stanley's relationship?
Comedic
Honeymoon stage
Loving
Abusive
