Maggie And John RS Key Quotes Flashcards
“If ye’ve got weans, ye’ve got tae pit up wi the fella that geid ye them”
Maggie’s dialogue shows how women had to stick by their husband no matter what. Suggesting divorce was not an option because of money and the stigma attached to it
“I’m no turnin masel intae a bloomin skivvy! I’m a man!”
Johns dialogue shows the stereotypes of men and that cleaning was for women, he doesn’t want to be deemed less of a man by doing domestic work even under the circumstances they are suffering from
“Mebbe we ought tae hae helped mak things a bit easier for her”
The dialogue shows John having a realisation that maybe they should treat Maggie more fairly which suggests they need to make more effort in helping her
“Turning to John for approbation. He nods. She gives him a kiss, almost in tears”
The stage directions show their affection towards each other as Maggie is overwhelmed which suggests there is a deeper meaning to John giving Maggie the hat
“We didnae invite your opinion granny”
The dialogue shows that despite granny talking bad about the couple Maggie and John are unfazed suggesting their relationship is still in a good place
“Ye dry John? I’ll pit the kettle on”
Maggie’s dialogue shows that she wants to fulfil johns needs suggesting her considerate nature as a wife
“I mind nights when your mother sobbed hersel tae sleep worryin an frettin aboot you.”
Johns dialogue shows that Maggie cares deeply for her children which suggests she cannot cope mentally without them
“Oh aye, I can see you two’s fallen on each others necks (pause) but I’ve no forgotten the way you walked oot o this hoose”
The dialogue of John shows Maggie and johns differing personalities. Maggie is quick to forgive and welcome jenny back relating to her motherly nature whereas John still is disappointed that Jenny left and doesn’t give in as easily showing his masculinity
