Characters (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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What does the 'invisible rein' metaphor reveal about Kathy and Ruth's friendship?
What does the 'invisible rein' metaphor reveal about Kathy and Ruth's friendship?
Ruth has subtle but strong control
Why are memories important to Kathy after losing Ruth and Tommy?
Why are memories important to Kathy after losing Ruth and Tommy?
They help her find meaning in life
What does Ruth's statement 'We're modelled from trash' reveal about her feelings?
What does Ruth's statement 'We're modelled from trash' reveal about her feelings?
She feels worthless & disposable
Why did Ruth keep Kathy and Tommy apart?
Why did Ruth keep Kathy and Tommy apart?
Jealousy or fear of being left out
What does the gallery symbolise for Tommy and the clones?
What does the gallery symbolise for Tommy and the clones?
Hope that art could prove they have souls
Why does Tommy want to improve his art?
Why does Tommy want to improve his art?
Hope it might prove his worth
What does Miss Lucy mean by 'You've been told and not told'?
What does Miss Lucy mean by 'You've been told and not told'?
Truth is being kept from students
Why does Miss Lucy believe students need to know the truth?
Why does Miss Lucy believe students need to know the truth?
To have any chance of a decent life
What does Madame's phrase 'Poor creatures' reveal about her?
What does Madame's phrase 'Poor creatures' reveal about her?
Deep empathy & regret for clones
What does Madame's crying reveal about how she sees the clones?
What does Madame's crying reveal about how she sees the clones?
As more than just organ donors
What does Chrissie's hope about visiting Ruth demonstrate?
What does Chrissie's hope about visiting Ruth demonstrate?
Theme of false hope for a better future
How does Chrissie view Hailsham?
How does Chrissie view Hailsham?
As special & a symbol of privilege
What does searching for 'possibles' represent for the clones?
What does searching for 'possibles' represent for the clones?
Search for identity & meaning