Glass Menagerie Worksheet
_________________________________ is the author of The Glass Menagerie.
This play only has four characters, all very important. While reading, consider how the character
might be described and to what they might be compared.
characters
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descriptions/comparisons
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Conflict is a struggle between two opposing forces and may be external (character(s) against
character(s) or character(s) against nature) or internal (character against conscience). What are
the main conflicts in The Glass Menagerie? How are they resolved?
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Symbols are an important part of The Glass Menagerie. Writers often use objects or events to
represent and emphasize complicated ideas. These symbols often command the attention of the
audience better than explanations. Consider what each of the following objects/events reveal
about a character’s (or characters’) personality( personalities) or represents to the character (or
characters). Use the blanks to identify additional symbols discovered in the play.
Symbol
Victrola
jonquils
magic show
fire escape
unicorn
gentleman
caller
other
other
Character(s) associated
what symbol represents
what symbol reveals about
character(s)