Take out your copies of Streetcar.
Take out your questions for Streetcar.
Today's Essential Question:
Who is ultimately responsible for Blanche coming unhinged?
SWBAT:
Speculate as to the message that Tennessee Williams intends to share with the audience.
Support what Tennessee Williams is saying about human nature.
Consider what Tennessee Williams is saying about the southern mentality
Topics for discussion:
- Blanche's constant bathing as an extended metaphor
- The role of the light and dark motif in indicating Blanche's mental state
- The significance of alcohol and "Southern Comfort"
- The role of the poker game
- Stella's options as Blanche unravels
- "I have always depended on the kindness of strangers"
- The symbolic nature of the poker game "7 card stud"
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