Worksheet on Amanda Wingfield from The Glass Menagerie
English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A comprehension practice worksheet exploring Amanda Wingfield's character within a fairy tale-inspired reimagining of The Glass Menagerie for Grade 8 students.
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Worksheet on Amanda Wingfield from The Glass Menagerie
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Grade Grade 8
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Scene Summary and Context
In this reimagined fairy tale setting, Amanda Wingfield is portrayed as a castlekeeper who guards her precious collection of glass figurines, representing her fragile hopes and dreams for her family. Her relentless pursuit of a prince for her daughter, Laura, echoes the archetypal quest motif. The scene explores Amanda's persistent, sometimes overbearing, attempts to prepare Laura for her 'destined' royal life amid the enchanted forest of their home. The narrative highlights Amanda's resourcefulness and maternal devotion, yet hints at her underlying fears of abandonment and insignificance. As Laura struggles with her shyness and sense of being 'different,' Amanda's fervent dreams serve both as a nurturing force and a source of tension. The phrase 'not everything that glitters is gold' subtly points to the facade of contentment Amanda tries to maintain, despite underlying vulnerabilities. This scene invites readers to consider themes of hope, illusion, and the sometimes harsh realities behind fairy tale dreams, all within the familiar context of the Wingfield family's struggles.
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Questions
Answer each question based on the scene summary and context provided.
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In the fairy tale reimagining, what role does Amanda Wingfield assume, and what does her collection of glass figurines symbolize?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the literary motif represented by Amanda's pursuit of a 'prince' for Laura.
[2 marks]3.
What does the phrase 'not everything that glitters is gold' suggest about Amanda's efforts and illusions?
[2 marks]4.
Analyze how Amanda's maternal devotion is depicted through her actions and dreams for Laura.
[4 marks]5.
Identify and explain one literary technique used to portray Amanda's character in this scene.
[2 marks]6.
Describe how the motif of illusion is conveyed in the scene.
[2 marks]7.
Create a short fairy tale inspired by Amanda's character, incorporating her traits and dreams.
[4 marks]8.
Discuss the significance of using fairy tale motifs to reimagine Amanda's character in this context.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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