The glass menagerie script6/21/2023 ![]() Once the various avenues are explored, the story conflict must be addressed. Though becoming an “old maid” has an implied time limit, it is actually the number of possible ways that the family can be kept together that ultimately brings the story to a point of crisis. ![]() meeting Amanda’s decision to look for alternative means of supporting Laura drives her to telemarket subscriptions and Tom to bring home the gentleman caller Tom’s decision to join the Merchant Marines leads to the power being turned off Jim’s decision to keep his engagement a secret leads to the fiasco at the Wingfield’s Tom’s decision to leave for good forces Amanda and Laura to support themselves etc. Female Main Character Mental Sex Decision Story Driverĭecisions drive actions in the story: Amanda’s decision to marry “father” has led to her abandonment Laura’s decision to never return to Rubicam’s Business School drives Amanda to skip the D.A.R. This often paralyzes her-keeping her from being able to do ANYTHING. Laura approaches problems by internalizing them. Laura is holding out for something good to come into her life-for her “Prince Charming” to arrive and take her away to live happily ever after. ![]() Even after Jim informs her of his impending marriage and permanent departure, Laura maintains her fantasy more securely than before. Laura exists in a fantasy world where her very own “gentleman caller” awaits her. 8 of the 12 essential questions Steadfast Main Character Resolve ![]()
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