Worksheet on Blood Brothers
English
GCSE
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on Blood Brothers within the context of Liverpool from the 1960s to 1980s, with an emphasis on creative writing and thematic analysis related to science fiction elements.
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Worksheet on Blood Brothers
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Scene Summary and Context
Set in Liverpool during the late 20th century, the scene explores themes of social division, destiny, and the supernatural. The play Blood Brothers by Willy Russell examines working-class life and the impact of environmental factors on individuals. Imagine a future Liverpool where technology and science have advanced dramatically, blending everyday life with sci-fi elements. Envision a world where human beings can communicate with artificial intelligences, and genetic engineering plays a role in societal development. This backdrop provides a modern twist on the original plot, highlighting themes such as identity, fate, and social disparity through a science fiction lens. Consider how such a setting would influence the characters’ decisions and the narrative's tone. The phrase 'fate is sealed' could take on a new meaning in this futuristic context, perhaps involving technology or genetic manipulation determining destiny.
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Based on the summary, how might technological advancements in a sci-fi Liverpool influence the themes of fate and destiny in Blood Brothers?
[2 marks]2.
Identify a short phrase from the passage that could be interpreted as foreshadowing in a sci-fi version of Blood Brothers.
[1 mark]3.
Explain in a few sentences how the backdrop of sci-fi Liverpool might alter the characters’ perception of their social class.
[3 marks]B
Creative Writing Prompt
Write a short sci-fi story set in Liverpool in the year 2100, inspired by Blood Brothers. Focus on themes of identity and fate within this futuristic society.
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Create a sci-fi scenario where two characters' destinies are intertwined through genetic manipulation. Describe their backgrounds, the setting, and how science influences their lives.
[15 marks]2.
Include in your story a scene where a character realises their fate has been predetermined by technology. Use dialogue or inner monologue to reveal this moment.
[10 marks]3.
Checklist for your sci-fi story:
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Analysis of Literary Techniques
Consider how Willy Russell’s original techniques could be reinterpreted in a sci-fi setting. For example, examine the use of metaphors related to technology, the volta in scene structure, or caesura in dialogue to heighten tension. Think about how these devices can enhance themes of fate, social division, and identity in a futuristic Liverpool.
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Describe how a metaphor related to technology could emphasise the theme of fate in a sci-fi version of Blood Brothers.
[2 marks]2.
Identify a technique such as volta or caesura that could be used to create dramatic tension in a sci-fi scene and explain its effect.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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