Journey's End (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What does Osborne leave behind before the raid?
What does Osborne leave behind before the raid?
His wedding ring and watch
How does Stanhope cope with the strain of war?
How does Stanhope cope with the strain of war?
By depending on alcohol
What does the play move away from in its depiction of war?
What does the play move away from in its depiction of war?
Glorified depictions
What aspect of Trotter shows his working-class background?
What aspect of Trotter shows his working-class background?
His straightforward humour & focus on food
What does Stanhope's respect despite his young age show?
What does Stanhope's respect despite his young age show?
Merit over class in wartime
How does war affect class distinctions according to the play?
How does war affect class distinctions according to the play?
Creates both divisions & unities
What does Stanhope's outburst over Raleigh's letter reveal?
What does Stanhope's outburst over Raleigh's letter reveal?
His fear of vulnerability
What does Hibbert's feigned illness illustrate?
What does Hibbert's feigned illness illustrate?
Stigma surrounding fear & cowardice
What is Osborne's nickname and role?
What is Osborne's nickname and role?
Uncle - stabilising influence
What do jokes about Mason's cooking reflect?
What do jokes about Mason's cooking reflect?
Need to distract & maintain morale
What does Osborne's death during the raid underline?
What does Osborne's death during the raid underline?
The senseless loss of life
What does the Colonel's concern with appearances reflect?
What does the Colonel's concern with appearances reflect?
Detached attitudes of higher command