Blood Brothers - Settings

Question 1

Liverpool

Answer 1

Liverpool was a major port and has been a centre for trade providing lots of jobs at the docks. During the industrial decline, Liverpool became very vulnerable as the docks were shut and unemployment rates soared. Some men turned to crime and gangs in order to support themselves and their families.

Question 2

Skelmersdale

Answer 2

In the 1960s the government began building New Towns. These were small, existing towns which were extended and redeveloped to provide more housing for nearby cities. Working class families were rehoused here.

Question 3

Mrs Johnstone’s house

Answer 3

‘those hooligans down the road’, ‘I’m starving’ an’ there’s nothin’ in.’

Question 4

Mrs Lyons’ house

Answer 4

‘it’s such a lovely house.’ ‘it’s a pretty house isn’t it? It’s a pity it’s so big.’, ‘the big houses in the park’