Key Quotes (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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What does Lady Bird's quote 'It was given to me, by me' establish about her character?
What does Lady Bird's quote 'It was given to me, by me' establish about her character?
Her need for independence & self-definition
What contradiction exists in Lady Bird's phrase 'given to me, by me'?
What contradiction exists in Lady Bird's phrase 'given to me, by me'?
Claims authority whilst using passive voice
What does Lady Bird's reply 'What if this is the best version?' reveal about her?
What does Lady Bird's reply 'What if this is the best version?' reveal about her?
Deep insecurity & longing for acceptance
How does Sister Sarah Joan's question reframe Lady Bird's relationship with Marion?
How does Sister Sarah Joan's question reframe Lady Bird's relationship with Marion?
Marion's attention, even critical, is love
What does the 'Stop yelling' / 'I'm not yelling' exchange demonstrate?
What does the 'Stop yelling' / 'I'm not yelling' exchange demonstrate?
Communication breakdowns in relationship
What does Kyle's quote 'Some people aren't built happy' reflect about his character?
What does Kyle's quote 'Some people aren't built happy' reflect about his character?
Emotional laziness & privileged detachment
How does Julie's friendship differ from Kyle's in the film?
How does Julie's friendship differ from Kyle's in the film?
Julie offers genuine validation, not posturing
What does Lady Bird's 'wrong side of the tracks' confession reveal?
What does Lady Bird's 'wrong side of the tracks' confession reveal?
Shame about circumstances & romanticising
What does Marion's 'City College' comment represent in the film?
What does Marion's 'City College' comment represent in the film?
Painful moment using classist language
What does 'Different things can be sad. It's not all war!' show about Lady Bird?
What does 'Different things can be sad. It's not all war!' show about Lady Bird?
Developing emotional maturity
What does Lady Bird's final voicemail 'I love you. Thank you' demonstrate?
What does Lady Bird's final voicemail 'I love you. Thank you' demonstrate?
Choosing connection over pride
What does Sister Sarah Joan's observation about Sacramento mark?
What does Sister Sarah Joan's observation about Sacramento mark?
Lady Bird's growth & acceptance of roots