Role of Women

Question 1

“I’ve never been feart of ma Mammy before” says Edie - Act II, Scene 2

Answer 1

This shows that Maggie is usually kind and nurturing towards her children.

Question 2

“Seems I’m no sooner in ma bed than I’ve tae rise” says Maggie - Act I, Scene 1

Answer 2

This shows that Maggie is always busy as a typical housewife with stereotypical roles as a woman from this time.

Question 3

“Living in a slum and slaving after a useless man and his greeting weans” says Lily to Maggie - Act I, Scene 1

Answer 3

This shows that Lily does not believe in the old fashioned views of women and that no women needs a man to keep them happy.

Question 4

“You’ll let your hair grow tae the colour God meant it tae be” says John to Jenny - Act I, Scene 2

Answer 4

This shows that Jenny’s lifestyle is disapproved by her parents by drinking, changing her appearance and being seen with different men.

Question 5

“You’re no the only pebble on ma beach” says Isa to Alec - Act II, Scene 2

Answer 5

This shows that Isa has no respect for her husband, which would be the standard expectation of this time.