Elysian Fields Flashcards
1
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‘Raffish charm’
A
Depicts Elysian Fields as something interesting however not respectable.
2
Q
‘Warm breath of brown river’
A
Sensory image alludes to pulsating nature of the city itself.
3
Q
‘Relatively warm and easy intermingling mix of races’
A
Sense of openness and minimal racial tension within New Orleans.
4
Q
‘Banana and coffee’
A
Connotes raw and vulgar reality of Stanley’s contrasts with Blanche’s delicate illusion.
5
Q
‘Cosmopolitan city’
A
Portrays the exchange of classes and cultures in southern cities highlights the stark contrast to Blanche’s aristocratic background.
