SHEILA Flashcards
1
Q
“WALL BETWEEN US AND THAT GIRL”
A
METAPHOR
A metaphor of segregation due to class.
Suggesting they all use defence because they are responsible, and she knows
2
Q
“these girls aren’t cheap labour- they’re people”
A
METAPHOR
- socialism
-frustrated tone at her parents as they see their workers as objects not humans
- “girls” due to their class they aren’t seen as women
-irony towards her social standing (capitalism/socialist)
3
Q
“(She hands back the ring)”
A
STAGE DIRECTION
- Symbolism of her class
conversion
-“ hands” highlights her bravery as she undermines Gerald’s masculinity
- Defies social construct built up in the Edwardian Era
