Hobson's Choice (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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Where and when is Hobson's Choice set?
Where and when is Hobson's Choice set?
1880s Salford
What is Henry Hobson's occupation?
What is Henry Hobson's occupation?
Boot shop owner
What are the names of Hobson's three daughters?
What are the names of Hobson's three daughters?
Alice, Vickey, and Maggie
Why does Hobson believe Maggie cannot marry?
Why does Hobson believe Maggie cannot marry?
He sees her as too old
How is Willie Mossop initially described?
How is Willie Mossop initially described?
Shy but talented bootmaker
Who proposes marriage in the play?
Who proposes marriage in the play?
Maggie proposes to Willie
What do Maggie and Willie do after leaving Hobson's shop?
What do Maggie and Willie do after leaving Hobson's shop?
Start their own business
What happens to Maggie and Willie's new business?
What happens to Maggie and Willie's new business?
It quickly thrives
What causes Hobson's business to fail?
What causes Hobson's business to fail?
Poor management & excessive drinking
How does Willie change by the end of the play?
How does Willie change by the end of the play?
Becomes confident & skilled businessman
What must Hobson do when his health and finances crumble?
What must Hobson do when his health and finances crumble?
Accept Maggie & Willie's terms
Which themes does the play highlight?
Which themes does the play highlight?
Empowerment, ambition & social change