Themes (Scottish Highers English): Quizzes
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How does Byrne develop themes in The Slab Boys?
How does Byrne develop themes in The Slab Boys?
Setting, characterisation, plot, structure
What does Stobo's factory represent?
What does Stobo's factory represent?
A microcosm of 1950s Scottish society
How old are the four young men in the play?
How old are the four young men in the play?
Nineteen years old
How does the older generation view 1950s teenagers?
How does the older generation view 1950s teenagers?
Lazy, useless, disrespectful, ungrateful
What advantages does Alan have when entering the workplace?
What advantages does Alan have when entering the workplace?
Already attending uni, higher wages
How does Hector achieve his promotion?
How does Hector achieve his promotion?
Through steady compliance, not creativity
What false story does Spanky use to cover for Phil's absence?
What false story does Spanky use to cover for Phil's absence?
Diarrhoea
How do Phil and Spanky show genuine care for Hector?
How do Phil and Spanky show genuine care for Hector?
They pool their scarce money to help him
Which traits describe Lucille?
Which traits describe Lucille?
Young, independent, optimistic
What types of humour do Phil and Spanky use extensively?
What types of humour do Phil and Spanky use extensively?
Puns and wordplay