Characters (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards

Subtle but strong control, guiding without open resistance

Kathy might not see Ruth's influence; control is mental

Determination to keep memories alive despite facing loss

Her anger, insecurity about being clone, feeling worthless

Her guilt, jealousy, purposeful interference in relationship

Hope that art could prove clones have souls

Something better than reality; need to feel valued

Determination, hope to prove worth, desire for control

Students only partly informed; truth kept from them

Students need truth to have any chance of good life

Deep empathy, regret; views clones as tragic victims

Deep guilt; sees clones as more than just organ donors

False hope; clinging to possibility of better life

She believes it offered something better, idealises it

Deep desire to understand where they come from