Mrs Johnstone

• Who is Mrs. Johnstone in the play?

  Working-class single mother
• How many children does Mrs. Johnstone have?

  Seven children
• What is Mrs. Johnstone's occupation?

  Cleaner for Mrs. Lyons
• What does Mrs. Johnstone fear when she finds out she is expecting twins?

  She fears social services will take her children
• What decision does Mrs. Johnstone make regarding one of the twins?

  She agrees to give one twin away
• How does Mrs. Johnstone feel after agreeing to give away one twin?

  She quickly regrets this decision
• How is Mrs. Johnstone portrayed despite her circumstances?

  She is shown to be warm and affectionate
• What does the narrator describe about Mrs. Johnstone's character?

  She is described as cruel but warm