Essay Questions

1. Which character is most like the cat described in the title? Why?

2. What is Brick’s struggle in the play?

3. Compare and contrast Brick and Margaret’s relationship to Gooper and Mae’s relationship.

4. How does Big Daddy change after being told he does not have cancer?

5. What is the mendacity that causes Brick to drink? What effects does this mendacity have on other characters?

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