Context: Blood Brothers |20 Questions| With Correct Answers.

What class was Willy Russell born into? {Ans: A working class family.}How does Russell use the characters of Edward and Mickey to highlight his belief of the injustice of the education system? {Ans: Because Edward's parents are wealthy, Edward is able to attend a private school which is able to adequately prepare him for university and a good career after he graduates. Mickey attends a comprehensive school that is not able to adequately prepare him for the world of work.}How did Russell challenge Thatcher's belief on SUCCESS? {Ans: Hard work is not the reason Mickey and Edward's lives are so different. Coming from a wealthy family and well-connected background Edward has more opportunities than Mickey.}In Act Two where have both the families moved to? {Ans: Skelmersdale.}How does film and TV influence the working class children? {Ans: They play cowboys and indians and cops and robbers}What year was Blood Brothers written? Why was this significant? {Ans: 1981- Two years after Margaret Thatcher become Prime Minister}Who was Marilyn Monroe? {Ans: A famous American film star and pop culture icon who was known for her glamour and beauty.}How is increased unemployment shown in Act Two?