Scene 10 conflict essay

Question 1

1. Topic sentence

Answer 1

At the start of scene 10 Williams characterisation of Blanche contrasts hugely with Blanche earlier in the play ; she (like old south) is vulnerable to destruction

Question 2

1. Quotes x3

Answer 2

Somewhat soiled and crumples white satin evening gown

Earrings of pearl, which gloves and a hat

Murmuring excitedly

Question 3

2. Topic sentence

Answer 3

As scene 10 progresses the conflict between Blanche and Stanley escalates as blanches delusions and lies are exposed and she is forced to face reality

Question 4

2. Quotes x3

Answer 4

Lies conceit and tricks

Silk pyjamas I wore on my wedding night

Special occasions

Question 5

3. Topic sentence

Answer 5

The theme of illusion vs reality is further intensified during scene 10 as the illusions Blanche has been trying to create throughout the play disappear leaving behind her nightmarish reality

Question 6

3. Quotes x3

Answer 6

Cover the light bulb with a paper lantern

He tears the paper lantern off the light bulb

We’ve had this date with each other from the beginning

Question 7

4. Topic sentence

Answer 7

Finally as scene 10 climaxes Blanche and her grip on reality are destroyed marking the demise of old south

Question 8

4. Quotes x 2

Answer 8

Springs towards her

I couldn’t believe her story and go on living with Stanley