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Metaphorical Insights in "The Glass Menagerie": Tom and Amanda's Plans and Compromises

Explore the metaphors used by Tom in "The Glass Menagerie" through his comparison of life to a coffin and a 2 by 4 situation. Delve into Tom and Amanda's plans for Laura and understand the compromises they make. Reflect on the symbolism and deeper meanings in the play.

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Metaphorical Insights in "The Glass Menagerie": Tom and Amanda's Plans and Compromises

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  1. Aim: What plans do Tom and Amanda make for Laura? Do Now: Why does Tom compare his life to a coffin? What does he mean when he says, “… get me out of this 2 by 4 situation?

  2. Explaining Metaphor • How do we explain metaphor? • Which key words should we use when discussion metaphor? • Compare/comparison • Ex: The narrator creates a comparison between… • In a few well-developed sentences, explain Tom’s metaphor of the coffin trick.

  3. SAILING VESSEL WITH JOLLY ROGER

  4. GLAMOUR MAGAZINE COVER

  5. “I saw that letter you got from the Merchant Marine.” • What is Tom thinking of doing? • What compromise do Tom and Amanda make?

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