The Bald Soprano | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. Describe the setting of the play.

The play is set in the living room of a traditional middle-class English house, circa 1950. Two armchairs dominate the stage, along with other traditional English furnishings. An English clock is set predominately on stage and chimes at irregular intervals.

2. Describe Mr. Smith.

Mr. Smith is a traditional, middle-class Englishman from the mid 20th century. He would rather read his paper than attend to his wife. Emotionally distant, Mr. Smith idly converses, and even argues, with his wife and friends without communicating any relevant information.

3. Describe Mrs. Smith.

Mrs. Smith is a traditional, middle-class Englishwoman from the mid 20th century. She is concerned only with trivialities and is very sensitive to having her opinion challenged. Emotionally distant, Mrs. Smith idly converses, and even argues, with her husband and friends without communicating any...
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