Blood Brothers - Class Divide
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet covering Blood Brothers - Class Divide for Grade 7 students, focusing on the historical setting and its influence on the play's themes.
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Blood Brothers - Class Divide
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Understanding the Historical Context of Blood Brothers
Set in 1960s Liverpool, 'Blood Brothers' explores the social and economic disparities between the working class and the wealthy. The play reflects a period marked by economic hardship, rising unemployment, and class tensions. During this time, many families struggled to make ends meet, and social mobility was limited. The play uses characters from different social backgrounds—Mickey, representing the working class, and Eddie, from a wealthier family—to illustrate these divisions. The setting emphasizes the contrast between the two worlds, highlighting how class influences opportunities, relationships, and perceptions. Aspects of the time, such as housing conditions, employment prospects, and community attitudes, are woven into the narrative, providing a rich backdrop that enhances the dramatic tension. Short phrases like 'social disparity' and 'economic hardship' are key to understanding the play's themes and character motivations within this historical framework.
1.
What is the primary historical setting of 'Blood Brothers' and how does it influence the story?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase from the summary that highlights the economic situation of the time.
[1 mark]3.
How does the setting contrast Mickey's and Eddie's social backgrounds?
[2 marks]4.
Explain the significance of the phrase 'social disparity' in context of the play.
[2 marks]5.
What aspect of the historical setting does the phrase 'housing conditions' refer to, and how might it affect characters?
[2 marks]6.
Identify one literary technique used in the play that emphasizes class differences.
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Irony
Cc) Juxtaposition
Dd) Alliteration
7.
Describe how the setting influences the characters' opportunities and perceptions.
8.
List two phrases from the summary that illustrate the themes of hardship and class division.
[2 marks]9.
How might awareness of the historical setting enhance your understanding of the characters' choices?
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- 12/31/2025
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