Themes (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Flashcards
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3 foundation themes explored in play
3 foundation themes explored in play
Human nature, justice, colonialism
Theatre's role for convicts
Theatre's role for convicts
Personal transformation & social connection
Meta-theatrical device used
Meta-theatrical device used
Play-within-a-play structure
How Liz Morden protects friends
How Liz Morden protects friends
Fakes confession about stealing from stores
Power of language effect
Power of language effect
Reshapes identity through words & performance
Dabby's transformation arc
Dabby's transformation arc
From abrasive/difficult to genuine friendships
Capt. Phillips' philosophy
Capt. Phillips' philosophy
Liberal, progressive: reform & rehabilitation
Major Ross' philosophy
Major Ross' philosophy
Conservative, punitive: harsh/capital punishment
Aboriginal character's condition
Aboriginal character's condition
Diseased (pus/infections) from British contact
Diseased body symbolism
Diseased body symbolism
Corruption & destruction caused by colonisation