Blood Brothers

Question 1

Mickey Johnstone

Answer 1

The lower-class twin. He is honest, sincere and goodhearted. He and Linda get pregnant, he gets laid off, is arrested for Sammy’s crime and ends up in prison and addicted to antidepressants. His rage at Linda & Edward for having an affair leads to the play’s finale.

Question 2

Edward Lyons

Answer 2

Is also good-natured but the higher-class twin. His sheltered upbringing makes him innocent but because of class he gets good opportunities e.g. university and a good job. He loves Linda but knows she loves Mickey. His good-natured manner leads to the play’s final scene.

Question 3

Mrs Johnstone

Answer 3

Biological mother of the twins and a horde of other children. Left by her husband, she gets a job as a cleaner. Perhaps she thought she was helping Mrs Lyons and giving her child a better life. She is the moral centre of the play; is tortured by guilt and regret.