A Streetcar Named Desire quotes

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What quote said by Blanche emphasizes the fact that she doesn't want to be on her own?
"I can't be alone!"
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Quote the way Stanley is described when he first appears in the play
"Stanley carries his bowling jacket and a red-stained package from a butcher’s"
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What quote describes Stanley, Mitch, Steve and Pablo at the opening of the poker game scene (Masculinity)
"they are men at the peak of their physical manhood,"
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What quote makes the viewer perceive Mitch as a softer family man?
"I gotta sick mother"
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Why does Blanche want to "turn that over-light off!"? and what does this symbolise?
Blanche has a phobia of harsh lights which symbolises the fact she is hiding her past.
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What quote is used by Stella to Stanley that tells him to comment on how Blanche looks? Why is this important to Blanche?
"tell her she’s looking wonderful. That’s important with Blanche." Blanche constantly seeks appreciation from everybody else through out the play.
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What quote is used by Stella that implies that she cannot fault Stanley because of her love for him
"Oh, you can’t describe someone you’re in love with"
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What Phrase does Stanley often say that is directed at Stella and what does this suggest. (UEQ)
[bellowing] Hey there! Stella, Baby! suggests that he comes from a much less formal society than characters like Blanche are used to. Usually poor background
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How is Blanche's appearance described? (UEQ)
dressed in a white suit with a fluffy bodice, necklace and earrings of pearl
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What quote said by Stanley imply that he doesn't like Blanche?
Nobody’s going to get up, so don’t be worried (directed at Blanche on the poker night)
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Quote the way Stanley is described when he first appears in the play

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"Stanley carries his bowling jacket and a red-stained package from a butcher’s"

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What quote describes Stanley, Mitch, Steve and Pablo at the opening of the poker game scene (Masculinity)

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What quote makes the viewer perceive Mitch as a softer family man?

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Why does Blanche want to "turn that over-light off!"? and what does this symbolise?

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