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Analysis



1

Reconstruct Amanda's "memory" of life on Blue Mountain in The Glass Menagerie. Describe the idealized roles of men and women.
2

Based upon both stated and implied factors, trace Tom's passage in the path of his father.

Interpretation



3

Research the archetype of the "Great Earth Mother." To what extent does Amanda fulfill that image? To what extent might she be characterized as a "failed GEM"?
4

Explain the possible meanings of Tom's last apostrophe to Laura at the last monologue of the play.

Evaluation



5

Read Williams's notes on the staging and lighting of The Glass Menagerie. Explain why both are critical to an understanding of the play as "memory."
6

From Amanda's perspective, why must a "gentleman caller" be interpreted as a "last resort" for Laura? Contrast Amanda's interpretation of Jim with the differing views of Jim for Laura and Tom.







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