Y12 Streetcar Quiz

Following the American Civil War (1861-55), how did Southerners feel about their past?

• nostalgic

• indifferent

• ashamed

• guilty

‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ is set in:

• New Orleans, 1940s

• Chicago, 1920s

• New York, 1950s

• Los Angeles, 1960s

How is New Orleans different from the rest of the ‘Old South’?

• It has a unique blend of French, Spanish, and Creole cultures.

• It is known for its distinct Southern cuisine.

• It has a predominantly rural landscape.

• It is primarily an industrial city.

What was the reputation of New Orleans’?

• A vibrant cultural hub

• A quiet rural town

• A major financial center

• A remote island

The American Civil War was fought between which two groups?

• The North and the South

• The East and the West

• The Americans and the British

• The Colonists and the Native Americans

What key issue was being fought over in the American Civil War?

• Slavery

• Resources

• Political Power

• Cultural Differences

The end of the Civil War affected the South in which of the following ways?

• Economic devastation

• Industrial boom

• Political stability

• Population growth

After the war, how was the South represented in literature?

• As a land of lost cause

• As a region of economic prosperity

• As a place of cultural renaissance

• As a symbol of national unity

What is a Southern Belle?

• A type of flower

• A traditional Southern U.S. woman

• A historical landmark

• A popular dance style

The stereotype of the Southern Belle could be restrictive for women because:

• It imposed traditional gender roles.

• It encouraged women to pursue careers.

• It promoted gender equality.

• It allowed women to express themselves freely.