Tracking characters and tension in 'Small Island' | English

Starter quiz

What is the definition of tension?
- Something that feels pointless or lacking any worth
- A feeling of uncertainty or anticipation ✓
- A situation or feeling or confusion, disorder and chaos
What adjectives might you use to describe Hortense in 'Small Island'?
- shy
- proud ✓
- frustrated ✓
- rude
Starting with the first, put the following plot points for Hortense in 'Small Island' in chronological order.
- 1
  
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  Hortense is working as a teaching assistant in a school.
- 2
  
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  We flashback to Hortense's childhood where she grows up with Michael.
- 3
  
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  Hortense meets Gilbert and she decides she wants to move to England.
- 4
  
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  Hortense and Gilbert get married.
- 5
  
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  Hortense moves to England.
- 6
  
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  Hortense becomes a victim of racism; she cannot be a teacher.
- 7
  
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  Hortense helps Queenie deliver her baby and agrees to adopt him.
How do Hortense's feelings for Gilbert change across the course of 'Small Island'?
- Hortense grows to be proud of Gilbert after he stands up for himself. ✓
- Hortense grows increasingly frustrated with Gilbert because she feels let down.
- Hortense grows to love Gilbert for the home he has provided for her.
How does Act 1 of 'Small Island' begin?
- with Hortense speaking directly to the audience
- with Pathé-style footage ✓
- with a flashback to Hortense's childhood
A ______ is a recurring theme, image or idea that contributes to the overall meaning of a text.
- 'motif' ✓