Blood Brothers - Key Words Flashcards
(14 cards)
1
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Cyclical structure
A
The play ends as it begins
2
Q
Parallel scenes
A
Makes it impossible to not see the effects of social class
3
Q
Soliloquies
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An act of speaking thoughts aloud whilst alone
4
Q
Cautionary fairy tale
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Could be compared to fairy tales such as little red riding hood which are intended to have a positive impact on the reader
5
Q
Classical tragedy
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Ends in death
6
Q
Expletive words
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Swears
7
Q
Dialect language
A
The way that Mickey speaks
8
Q
Standard English
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Formal
9
Q
Dramatic devices
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Dramatic techniques
10
Q
Motifs
A
Things that keep appearing in the play
11
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Pivotal
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Important
12
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Epic theatre
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Political and social themes
13
Q
Brecht/ multi role
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Breathing fourth wall makes the audience more aware of the social commentary
14
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Everyman style
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Morality plays, includes moral lessons
