A Streetcar Named Desire Questions on Belle Reve
A Streetcar Named Desire
In Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, what happened to the plantation Belle Reve?
Belle Reve, the plantation where Blanche and Stella were raised, was lost due to the financial irresponsibility of their ancestors, who squandered the estate's wealth. This loss symbolizes the...
A Streetcar Named Desire
Who is blamed by Blanche for the loss of Belle Reve?
Blanche blames Stella for the loss of Belle Reve.
A Streetcar Named Desire
Why is Stella taking Blanche out and how does Stanley react? Discuss the symbolism of Blanche's bath, Stanley's...
Stella takes Blanche out to shield her from Stanley's rowdy poker night, highlighting Blanche's fragility. Stanley is suspicious of Blanche, especially after Belle Reve's loss, due to Louisiana's...
A Streetcar Named Desire
What was Blanche's life like after Stella left Belle Reve in A Streetcar Named Desire?
After Stella left Belle Reve, Blanche struggled to maintain the estate amidst dwindling finances, leading to her resentment of Stella. Blanche felt abandoned and burdened by having to manage the...