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What is the main reason for the conflict between the characters?
What is the main reason for the conflict between the characters?
- A disagreement about music preferences
- An argument about a friend's character
- Jealousy over a romantic relationship
- A disagreement on how to handle the cleanliness of their shared living space (correct)
What can we infer about Abby's personality from the conversation?
What can we infer about Abby's personality from the conversation?
- She is a neat freak and dislikes mess.
- She is loyal to her friends despite their flaws. (correct)
- She is a responsible person who tries to follow rules.
- She is easily annoyed by others' actions.
What does the phrase "Jez proof" mean as used in the conversation?
What does the phrase "Jez proof" mean as used in the conversation?
- Something that is well-organized and efficient.
- Something that is resistant to damage.
- Something that is impossible for Jez to use or access. (correct)
- Something that is guaranteed to be clean.
What can be understood about the relationship between Lewis and Abby?
What can be understood about the relationship between Lewis and Abby?
What is the main reason for the tension in the conversation between Lewis and Abby?
What is the main reason for the tension in the conversation between Lewis and Abby?
What does "Get off" mean in this context?
What does "Get off" mean in this context?
What is the best description of Abby's tone when she says "That's evil"?
What is the best description of Abby's tone when she says "That's evil"?
What does "By elimination" refer to in this context?
What does "By elimination" refer to in this context?
What is Lewis doing in the passage when he is searching the room for the forfeit cards?
What is Lewis doing in the passage when he is searching the room for the forfeit cards?
What does Abby imply in her question, "How do you know who the winner is?"?
What does Abby imply in her question, "How do you know who the winner is?"?
How does Abby describe Lucy's popularity?
How does Abby describe Lucy's popularity?
What did Teena take a picture of?
What did Teena take a picture of?
Why did Teena take a picture of the girl in the hospital?
Why did Teena take a picture of the girl in the hospital?
What does Teena suggest about Lucy's reason for joining the drama club?
What does Teena suggest about Lucy's reason for joining the drama club?
What reason does Teena give for asking Abby about her feelings towards Lucy?
What reason does Teena give for asking Abby about her feelings towards Lucy?
How does Abby feel about Lucy?
How does Abby feel about Lucy?
What does Teena find out about Lucy from her blog?
What does Teena find out about Lucy from her blog?
Who is Matt?
Who is Matt?
Which play is considered the best of the nineties?
Which play is considered the best of the nineties?
What is the main source of conflict in 'Art'?
What is the main source of conflict in 'Art'?
What is the main theme of 'Closer' according to the provided information?
What is the main theme of 'Closer' according to the provided information?
Which play features characters dealing with the aftermath of a divorce?
Which play features characters dealing with the aftermath of a divorce?
What is the profession of the playwrights?
What is the profession of the playwrights?
What is the main source of conflict in 'The Odd Couple'?
What is the main source of conflict in 'The Odd Couple'?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'the evil you can see coming, or the one you can’t' in the context of 'Closer'?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'the evil you can see coming, or the one you can’t' in the context of 'Closer'?
Which of the following themes is NOT explored in the play 'Art'?
Which of the following themes is NOT explored in the play 'Art'?
Why did Lucy leave school?
Why did Lucy leave school?
What is the relationship between Lucy and Abby?
What is the relationship between Lucy and Abby?
What does 'tacky' most likely mean in this context?
What does 'tacky' most likely mean in this context?
What was Abby's reaction to Lucy's accusation about the fake profile?
What was Abby's reaction to Lucy's accusation about the fake profile?
Why is Lewis stunned by what he has heard?
Why is Lewis stunned by what he has heard?
What is the main reason why the police are questioning the students?
What is the main reason why the police are questioning the students?
What kind of information is suggested to connect the woman who attempted suicide to this university?
What kind of information is suggested to connect the woman who attempted suicide to this university?
What does the phrase 'with steel' suggest about Teena's tone when she speaks to Jez?
What does the phrase 'with steel' suggest about Teena's tone when she speaks to Jez?
What is the significance of the phrase 'They look at each other'?
What is the significance of the phrase 'They look at each other'?
How is the phrase 'underneath a willow tree' relevant to the situation?
How is the phrase 'underneath a willow tree' relevant to the situation?
What can be concluded about Abby's attitude towards the situation described?
What can be concluded about Abby's attitude towards the situation described?
What is the overall mood and atmosphere in the excerpt?
What is the overall mood and atmosphere in the excerpt?
Flashcards
Wasted
Wasted
Extremely intoxicated or drunk, often leading to a lack of control.
Mould
Mould
A fungus that grows in a damp environment, often seen on old food or in filthy settings.
Rota System
Rota System
A schedule or plan for organizing tasks or responsibilities among individuals.
Dog Poo
Dog Poo
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Absolut
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Forfeit cards
Forfeit cards
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Elimination
Elimination
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Social classes
Social classes
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Playful scuffle
Playful scuffle
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Sexual invitation
Sexual invitation
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Fake Profile
Fake Profile
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Embarrassment
Embarrassment
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Grope
Grope
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Topless Photos
Topless Photos
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Social Media Consequences
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Suicide Attempt
Suicide Attempt
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Intensive Care
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Anonymous Blog
Anonymous Blog
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Username
Username
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Enquiry
Enquiry
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Campus
Campus
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Identity Concealment
Identity Concealment
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Date of Birth
Date of Birth
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Psychological Thriller
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Modern Romance
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Web of Desire
Web of Desire
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Sexual Betrayal
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Art and Perception
Art and Perception
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Philosophical Debate
Philosophical Debate
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Friendship Conflict
Friendship Conflict
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Divorce
Divorce
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Drama Club
Drama Club
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Jealousy
Jealousy
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Identification Purposes
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Newcomer
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Popularity
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Dispute
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Image Enlargement
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Recognition
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Study Notes
The Visit - Play by Philip Dart
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Characters:
- Jez: A "posh" boy, studying Sports Science, from a minor public school.
- Lewis: A boy from a northern working-class family, studying Politics.
- Abby: A young woman, studying Drama and English, from a lower middle-class background.
- Teena Whitsom: A detective, in her mid-twenties, from a local police station.
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Setting: A student house in a provincial university town (March 2017).
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Play Summary (excerpt): The play opens in a student house; Abby and Lewis enter and are drinking. They discuss their friends, someone getting too drunk, and who left the front door open. Jez arrives with a dog-related issue; they talk louder and more frequently as the night progresses. The play continues with themes of drinking, accusations, and gossip. The characters discuss someone's bad behavior, cleaning issues, and a possible crime. One of the characters is implicated in someone else's inappropriate behaviour.
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