Our Country's Good by Timberlake Wertenbaker (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Quizzes
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What three central ideas form the foundation of Wertenbaker's exploration in the play?
What three central ideas form the foundation of Wertenbaker's exploration in the play?
Human nature, justice & colonialism
How does Wertenbaker present theatre in relation to the convicts?
How does Wertenbaker present theatre in relation to the convicts?
As a powerful force for transformation
How does Liz Morden demonstrate her loyalty in the final scenes?
How does Liz Morden demonstrate her loyalty in the final scenes?
She fakes a confession to protect friends
What literary device does Wertenbaker use with 'The Recruiting Officer' within the play?
What literary device does Wertenbaker use with 'The Recruiting Officer' within the play?
A play-within-a-play structure
What initial characteristic describes Dabby before her transformation?
What initial characteristic describes Dabby before her transformation?
Abrasive & difficult with barriers
What does language become for the convicts through performing Restoration comedy?
What does language become for the convicts through performing Restoration comedy?
A tool for reclaiming dignity
What philosophy does Captain Arthur Phillips embody regarding convicts?
What philosophy does Captain Arthur Phillips embody regarding convicts?
Liberal belief in reform & rehabilitation
What does Major Robbie Ross advocate for in his treatment of convicts?
What does Major Robbie Ross advocate for in his treatment of convicts?
Harsh punishment & capital punishment
What physical condition affects the Aboriginal character due to British contact?
What physical condition affects the Aboriginal character due to British contact?
Body covered in pus & infections
What does the diseased Aboriginal body symbolise in the play?
What does the diseased Aboriginal body symbolise in the play?
Corruption from seizing native land