Key Themes Flashcards
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Q
How is the theme of Religion shown?
A
The theme of religion is shown through
- Alec seeking comfort and guidance trying to fill the hole his mother has left - the divide between Catholicism and Protestant
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Q
How is Sectarianism shown throughout the play?
A
It is shown through
- the divide of Celtic (Catholic) and Rangers (Protestant)
- Bigoted Views of Billy
- the arrogance of young Ian and Alec
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Q
How is Poverty shown?
A
It is shown through
- Davie losing job after job
- struggling so much have to burn their items
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Q
How is relationships shown?
A
Through the father/son relationship of Davie/Alec and Billy/Ian
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Q
How is change shown?
A
Through childhood shown by Ian and Alex growing up