Act 1 Flashcards
What is the primary setting of Act 1 in Blood Brothers?
The primary setting is Liverpool, England.
True or False: The play opens with a prologue that reveals the fate of the characters.
True
Who are the two main characters introduced in Act 1?
Mickey and Eddie
Fill in the blank: The play explores themes of ______ and social class.
inequality
What is the relationship between Mrs. Johnstone and Mrs. Lyons?
Mrs. Johnstone is the mother of the twins, and Mrs. Lyons is her employer.
What significant action does Mrs. Johnstone take regarding her children?
She gives one of her twins to Mrs. Lyons.
Multiple Choice: What does Mrs. Lyons believe will happen if the twins meet?
They will bring bad luck.
What does Mickey give to Eddie as a symbol of their friendship?
A toy gun
True or False: Mickey and Eddie are aware of their true relationship in Act 1.
False
What is the significance of the ‘Blood Brothers’ title?
It refers to the bond between the twins despite their separation.
Who warns Mrs. Johnstone about the dangers of keeping the twins’ secret?
The narrator
Fill in the blank: The character of ______ often breaks the fourth wall to comment on the story.
the narrator
What is one major theme introduced in Act 1?
Fate vs. free will
What does Mrs. Lyons do to try to ensure that Eddie does not meet Mickey?
She moves to a different area.
Multiple Choice: How does Mickey’s family situation differ from Eddie’s?
Mickey comes from a poorer background.
What type of job does Mrs. Johnstone have?
She works as a cleaner.
True or False: The twins are raised in the same household.
False
What does the character of the narrator symbolize?
The voice of fate and social commentary.
What does the song ‘Marilyn Monroe’ symbolize in Act 1?
The longing for a better life and escape from reality.
What event sparks the friendship between Mickey and Eddie?
They meet by chance in the playground.
