ASND S4 best quotes + analysis Flashcards
Stella describes Stanley to have a “_____-___” bearing amplified by his unsolicited drinking
“powder keg”
Stella depicts Stanley to be “as good as a ____”
“lamb”
Stella placates/pacifies Stanley’s explosive rage, this transitory/brief period of remorse inspires Stella’s nurturing characteristics
when referring to Stanleys behaviour Stella says “I was - sort of - ______ by it”
thrilled
what is the significance of Stella being “thrilled” by Stanleys behaviour
- foreshadows emotional disintegration as Stanleys behaviour domineers/controls her , loss of dignity + sense of self
- holds a sexual hold over her , his erratic behaviour is alluring so she condones it
Blanche is appalled that Stella seemingly enjoys her predicament offering the play an air of verisimilitude which quote conveys this
“pull yourself together and face the facts”
Stella says “I’m not in _______ I want to get out of”
“anything” (reveals her reluctance to separate from Stanley escalating their toxic co dependence)
which quote stresses Stella’s extreme tolerance of those around her
“people have got to tolerate each others habits”
defines his abuse as a “habit” diluting his actions in order to avoid the extremity of the situation /typicality of the patriarchy
Blanche mentions “Shep Huntleigh” an old beau from college what is the significance of this
- alluded to as a figure of reliance/ Blanches escapism intensifies her role as a fantasist in the play
- believes only a man can save her so no faith in herself perhaps internalised sexism
when writing to Shep Blanche dictates that her and Stella are in a “______ situation”
“desperate” (B being melodramatic)
complete & analyse the quote said by Stella “I know it helps your ______ just having a little _____-_____ on you”
“morale” , “pocket-money”
money reinforces B’s confidence allows her to maintain her appearance of wealth
Blanche and Stella converse about desire and Blanche says …..
“what you are talking about is brutal desire “
implies that desire bred her psychological demise , its a catalyst for disaster + calamity
Blanche says Stanley is “_______”
“common”
(Blanche about Stanley) “he acts like an _____, has an ______ habits!”
“animal” “animal’s”
complete the quote “Stanley Kowalski - survivor of the ____ ____”
“Stone Age”
when he returns Stanleys [grins] at Blanche revealing how ….
there is a duality between his interior & exterior appearance
exterior = sub human + primitive interior = antagonistic & manipulative
