Mitch

• Who is Mitch in relation to Blanche?

  He is her main romantic interest.
• How is Mitch initially portrayed in the play?

  As a sensitive gentleman compared to others.
• What is Mitch's occupation?

  He is a colleague of Stanley.
• How does Mitch's dialogue characterize him?

  Through self-disparaging comments and others' opinions.
• What type of man is Mitch described as?

  A working-class man.
• What does Blanche notice about Mitch compared to his friends?

  He is well-mannered and gentlemanly.
• How does Mitch's relationship with his mother affect his character?

  It shows his sensitivity and caring nature.
• How does Mitch react to Blanche's past?

  He becomes cruel after learning the truth.
• What does Mitch say when he first meets Blanche?

  “How do you do?”
• How does Mitch's character contrast with Stanley's?

  Mitch is sensitive, while Stanley is aggressive.
• What does Mitch's sensitivity reveal about societal expectations of masculinity?

  It challenges traditional notions of masculinity.
• What does Mitch's relationship with Blanche symbolize?

  Hope for redemption and escape from problems.
• What does Mitch say about poker and women?

  “Poker should not be played in a house with women.”
• How does Mitch feel about his appearance?

  He is self-conscious and embarrassed.
• What does Mitch's reaction to Blanche's past reveal about societal norms?

  It highlights the stigma against women’s sexuality.
• What does Mitch's character represent in the context of the play?

  The non-hegemonic, beta male archetype.
• What does Mitch do in Scene 9 that is uncharacteristic of him?

  He rips the paper lantern off the light bulb.
• How does Mitch's behavior change after learning about Blanche's past?

  He becomes aggressive and cruel towards her.
• What does Mitch's final state reveal about his character?

  He is broken and sorrowful after events unfold.
• What are the key characteristics of Mitch?

  • Working-class man
  • Gentle and sensitive
  • Beta male
• How do Mitch and Stanley's relationship dynamics reflect broader themes in the play?

  • Colleagues and friends
  • Stanley's verbal abuse towards Mitch
  • Mitch's vulnerability and sensitivity contrasted with Stanley's aggression
• What societal pressures affect Mitch and Blanche's relationship?

  • Mitch's inability to marry Blanche due to her past
  • Blanche's need to hide her past
  • Social biases against women
• What does the paper lantern symbolize in Mitch and Blanche's relationship?

  • Blanche's desire to hide her true self
  • Mitch's initial gentleness and hope
  • The eventual harsh reality revealed
• What do Mitch's quotes reveal about his character?

  • His respect for women
  • His insecurities and self-consciousness
  • His emotional connection to his mother
• How does Mitch's character evolve throughout the play?

  • Starts as a sensitive gentleman
  • Becomes aggressive after learning the truth
  • Ends as a sorrowful and broken man