Streetcat flashcard scene 5-8

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Why did Blanche leave her job at the school before the end of the year?

Back

Blanche left her job because she had an inappropriate relationship with a student.

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What does Blanche mean when she says being soft isn't enough?

Back

Blanche believes that in addition to being soft, one must also be attractive.

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What secret did Blanche discover about her husband?

Back

Blanche discovered that her husband was in a relationship with a man.

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What significant gift does Stanley give to Blanche?

Back

Stanley gives Blanche a one-way ticket back to Laurel.

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What does Blanche mean when she says, 'Sometimes - there's God - so quickly'?

Back

Blanche expresses gratitude to God for giving her Mitch during a difficult time.

Front

What is the significance of Blanche's relationship with Mitch?

Back

Mitch represents hope and stability for Blanche during her troubled life.

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How does Blanche's past affect her present relationships?

Back

Blanche's past traumas and relationships lead her to seek validation and affection in unhealthy ways.

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What role does deception play in Blanche's character?

Back

Blanche often uses deception to cope with her reality and to create a more favorable image of herself.

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How does Stanley's character contrast with Blanche's?

Back

Stanley is grounded and practical, while Blanche is dreamy and often delusional.

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What themes are explored in the interactions between Blanche and Stanley?

Back

Themes of power, desire, and the clash between reality and illusion are explored.