Russell's intentions

In this lesson, we will reflect on Russell's intention in writing the play. We will further explore the central message that he outlines in the play and the vision he has for society.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which of the statements below best defines a tragic hero?

Any character who faces a problem in a text. The central protagonist whose rise is the main focus of the text. The central protagonist whose downfall is the main focus of the text.

1/5

Q2.Which word describes the fatal flaw of the tragic hero?

Anagnorisis Hamartia Peripeteia

2/5

Q3.Which statement below best describes the ending of the play?

Mickey kills Edward and is shot by the police. Edward kills Mickey and is shot by the police. Both boys are shot by the police.

3/5

Q4.What does Mickey say about the gun before he kills Edward?

He has checked that it is loaded. He wanted to use it to be like his brother Sammy. He doesn't even know if it is loaded.

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Q5.What does Russell imply really killed the boys?

Social class Superstition Social mobility

5/5

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which of the statements below best defines a tragic hero?

Any character who faces a problem in a text. The central protagonist whose rise is the main focus of the text. The central protagonist whose downfall is the main focus of the text.

1/5

Q2.Which word describes the fatal flaw of the tragic hero?

Anagnorisis Hamartia Peripeteia

2/5

Q3.Which statement below best describes the ending of the play?

Mickey kills Edward and is shot by the police. Edward kills Mickey and is shot by the police. Both boys are shot by the police.

3/5

Q4.What does Mickey say about the gun before he kills Edward?

He has checked that it is loaded. He wanted to use it to be like his brother Sammy. He doesn't even know if it is loaded.

4/5

Q5.What does Russell imply really killed the boys?

Social class Superstition Social mobility

5/5

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Lesson 20 Quiz - Russell's Intentions

A quiz consolidating the key vocabulary and core concepts learned during our lesson on this topic.

Q1.Which of the below best defines the word critique?

To offer support. To provide an analysis or judgment. To endorse.

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Q2.Which of the themes below is most important in the play as a whole?

Social mobility Social class Social responsibility

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Q3.Throughout the play, how does Russell present the impact of social class on the working class?

Russell shows how class results in a loss of power and agency for the working class. Russell shows how class results in an increase in the power and agency of the working class. Russell shows how class affects the working class and middle class in identical ways.

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Q4.Which character does Russell use to deliver his final critique of social class?

Mrs. Johnstone Mrs. Lyons The Narrator

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Q5.Which of the statements below most accurately describes the impact that social class has in the play?

Social class is shown to be a destructive force which has a disastrous impact on the working class. Social class is shown to be a destructive force which has a disastrous impact on the middle class. Social class is shown to be a destructive force which has a disastrous impact on the whole of society.

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Lesson 20 Quiz - Russell's Intentions

A quiz consolidating the key vocabulary and core concepts learned during our lesson on this topic.

Q1.Which of the below best defines the word critique?

To offer support. To provide an analysis or judgment. To endorse.

1/5

Q2.Which of the themes below is most important in the play as a whole?

Social mobility Social class Social responsibility

2/5

Q3.Throughout the play, how does Russell present the impact of social class on the working class?

3/5

Q4.Which character does Russell use to deliver his final critique of social class?

Mrs. Johnstone Mrs. Lyons The Narrator

4/5

Q5.Which of the statements below most accurately describes the impact that social class has in the play?

5/5

Lesson summary: Russell's intentions

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