Our Country's Good — Major Robbie Ross character analysis Flashcards
Who is Major Ross?
Major Ross is a major in the Royal Marines and one of the guards in the penal colony
He is an antagonist in “Our Country’s Good” and opposes the idea of convicts rehabilitating themselves through acting
What does Major Ross do to interfere with the rehearsals?
Major Ross does whatever he can to disrupt Ralph’s rehearsals for the play, as he strongly opposes the convicts participating in the theatrical production
Who does Major Ross accuse of aiding the escape?
Major Ross accuses Liz Morden of assisting Kable, one of the escapees, in stealing food for their journey
He also implicates Wisehammer in the escape due to his Jewish identity
What is the outcome of Ralph’s efforts despite Major Ross’s interference?
Despite Major Ross’s attempts to sabotage the play, Ralph manages to successfully put on the play, and none of the actors are executed
The play serves as a testament to the convicts’ rehabilitation through acting
