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What is desire in literary terms?
A fundamental
motivational
force driving characters
How does desire manifest in literature?
As a
yearning
for
happiness
,
power
, or
revenge
What is the central theme of desire in The Duchess of Malfi?
The Duchess's
pursuit of love and
independence
How does the Duchess defy societal norms?
By marrying
Antonio
, a commoner
What does the Duchess's desire for a loving family lead her to do?
Secretly
marry and raise children
How does the Duchess prioritize her desires?
She prioritizes personal
happiness
over
reputation
What examples from the text highlight the Duchess's commitment?
Her
private
marriage ceremony and support for
Antonio
What is the dominant theme of desire in A Streetcar Named Desire?
Desire driving characters'
actions
and decisions
How does
Blanche Dubois's
desire manifest in the
play
?
She clings to her past for a better life
What fuels Stanley's aggressive behavior?
His desire for
power
and control
What is Blanche's desire for Mitch rooted in?
Her need for
security
and
validation
How do the Duchess's and Stanley's desires differ?
The Duchess seeks love, Stanley seeks
control
What does
Blanche's
desire for a better life lead to?
Her destruction and inability to escape her past
How do societal norms affect the Duchess's desire?
They constrain her desire for
independence
How does gender shape Blanche's desire for love?
It is shaped by her experiences as a
marginalized
woman
What dual nature does desire have in the plays?
It can be liberating or destructive
What does the conclusion about desire in both plays suggest?
Desire is
fundamental
but must be balanced
What is the Duchess's desire in the context of the study material?
Positive desire for intellectual
autonomy
How does the Duchess's desire for agency manifest in her actions?
It drives her to seek
independence
and love
What are the consequences of the Duchess's desire in The Duchess of Malfi?
Her desire leads to her
murder
and family ruin
What does Blanche's desire for love and security lead to in A Streetcar Named Desire?
It results in her
manipulation
and loss of sanity
What are the consequences of desire in both plays?
The Duchess of Malfi:
Desire
for love leads to
murder
and
family
ruin.
A Streetcar Named Desire:
Desire for
security
results in
manipulation
and
madness
.
How do societal norms influence the desires of the Duchess and Blanche?
They shape their actions and lead to
tragic outcomes
How do the roles of women differ in The Duchess of Malfi and A Streetcar Named Desire?
The Duchess of Malfi:
Expected to be inactive and
subservient
.
A Streetcar Named Desire:
Expected to be a
dependent
caregiver.
What does the Duchess prioritize in her life that defies societal norms?
Her personal
happiness
and independence
How does Blanche's pursuit of love compare to the Duchess's pursuit of independence?
Blanche seeks
validation
through relationships
What is the portrayal of desire in
The Duchess of Malfi
?
It showcases both destructive and liberating aspects
How does the
Duchess's
desire initially manifest in her life?
It allows her to prioritize personal happiness
What ultimately happens to the
Duchess
due to
her
desire?
Her boldness leads to her murder
How does Stanley's desire manifest in A Streetcar Named Desire?
It shows his desire for control over
Blanche
What does the portrayal of desire reveal about societal pressures in both plays?
Desire can lead to catastrophic
consequences
What is a shared theme in both plays?
Identity
–
vulnerability
and
reputation
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Which theme relates to the treatment of women in both plays?
Gender
– the treatment of women
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How do both plays address familial relationships?
They explore
complex
dynamics within families
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What type of conflict is depicted in both plays?
Conflict
and
power struggles
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What societal issues are addressed in both plays?
Corruption
,
setting
, and
class
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What forms of violence are depicted in the plays?
Physical
and
emotional
violence
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What theme involves hidden truths in both plays?
Secrecy and deceit
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How is confinement portrayed in the plays?
As
entrapment
,
exile
, and
safety
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What overarching theme is present in both plays?
Tragedy
and
madness
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