Hobson's Choice: Themes (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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How is Willie initially described in the play?
How is Willie initially described in the play?
A timid, uneducated bootmaker
What causes Hobson's downfall in the play?
What causes Hobson's downfall in the play?
His arrogance & refusal to adapt
What does the play challenge about Victorian England?
What does the play challenge about Victorian England?
Traditional gender roles
How does Hobson dismiss Maggie?
How does Hobson dismiss Maggie?
As an 'old maid'
What does Maggie empower Willie to become?
What does Maggie empower Willie to become?
Her equal
Which era's changes in women's roles does the play reflect?
Which era's changes in women's roles does the play reflect?
Early 20th century
What does Willie become by the end of the play?
What does Willie become by the end of the play?
A successful businessman
What quality of Maggie's drives their success?
What quality of Maggie's drives their success?
Unwavering belief in their potential
How does Maggie demonstrate loyalty to her family?
How does Maggie demonstrate loyalty to her family?
Her decisions save the family business
What is Alice and Vickey's attitude toward Willie?
What is Alice and Vickey's attitude toward Willie?
Disdain
What do family conflicts in the play often stem from?
What do family conflicts in the play often stem from?
Generational & class differences
How does Maggie and Willie's relationship evolve?
How does Maggie and Willie's relationship evolve?
From Maggie dominant to balanced