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Laura Wingfield is represented symbolically by the glass unicorn. Laura is a delicate and fragile person who finds it difficult to engage with people because she is very shy and self-conscious about her physical disability. Laura's cherished figure in her collection, the glass unicorn, symbolizes her uniqueness. Jim notes that because unicorns are not like other horses, they are lonely and considered "extinct" in modern times. Jim breaks the glass unicorn, turning it from a mystical being into a regular horse. The unicorn breaks right before Jim gives Laura a kiss, but also implies that Jim and Laura cannot be together. (Cuebillas, Canizares, Mendoza, Gellada, Barrientos, Omanio)

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“The apartment faces an alley and is entered by a fire-escape, a structure whose name is a touch of accidental poetic truth, for all of these huge buildings are always burning with the slow and implacable fires of human desperation. The fire-escape is included in the set —that is, its landing and steps descending from it.”

In the book, there is a fire escape with a landing in the Wingfield’s apartment. The fire escape represents an escape from the burning feeling of frustration and rage caused by dysfunction in the Wingfield household. We often see how the characters in the story often bicker with each other, caused by their growing frustration towards their situations and fueled by their inability to communicate with each other peacefully.

Jmarie Caro

Renz Joseph Coriento

Keno Guadalupe

Greg Rodolf Solijon

Reanne Tinducan

Eberi Zeish Tugano

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The symbolism we chose was the flower that was mentioned in the introduction. It was described as a flower that grows in overcrowded urban centers. This symbolizes Laura because she grew in a chaotic and crowded environment but that didn't change how fragile, delicate, and vulnerable a young flower she is.

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In Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie," the glass unicorn is like Laura Wingfield, the shy and very feeling daughter of Amanda Wingfield. Just as the unicorn is unlike the other glass animals, Laura feels out of step with the world, living in her own breakable dream.

Amanda calls the unicorn "odd," showing how it is one of a kind, much like Laura. The unicorn's easy-to-break nature is like Laura's own gentle soul, while its uniqueness shows her special self.

In the play, we see Laura's true self in the fragile glass unicorn, a sign of the beauty and gentleness of her heart, and the fight to find her spot in a world that often seems too harsh.

Rhesya Angelique B. de la Rosa

Sophia Marie Louise G. Viterbo

Sophia Lorraine D. Dador

Richard S. Esteves Jr.

Willis Windsor Pangan II

Ma. Victoria D. Cruz

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( Espinosa, Garque, Cervantes, Baltazar, Alejandro, Gabasa, Tipawan)

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In Tennessee Williams' play "The Glass Menagerie," Laura is frequently associated with the concept of a "blue rose." This delicate and unique image captures Laura's specific and fragile personality. Due to her physical handicap and timidity, Laura stands apart from the other characters in the play like a rare blue rose among common roses, making her character unique.

Similar to the glass unicorn, the nickname "Blue Roses" that Jim gave Laura in high school represents Laura's unique qualities and charm. The name is linked to Laura's fondness for Jim and the happiness she feels from his generous gestures. Also, it brings to mind Tennessee Williams's sister, Rose, who inspired the character of Laura.

Additionally, the blue rose represents uniqueness and rarity, symbolizing Laura's distinctiveness and sensitivity. She retreats into her assortment of glass figurines to avoid the challenges of the outside world, highlighting her innocence and the dreamlike quality of her character.

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We picked this scene because it delves into the complexities of familial expectations and intergenerational dynamics. Set in a traditional household, the mother, deeply rooted in societal norms and values, firmly believes it is her daughter's duty to find a suitable gentleman to marry. This expectation is not just a matter of personal preference but stems from cultural and social pressures that dictate a woman's worth and success through marriage.

The scene unfolds in the family's living room, where the mother sits with an air of authority, her stern gaze fixed on her daughter. She lectures her daughter about the importance of settling down with a respectable gentleman, citing family honor, stability, and financial security as primary reasons. The daughter, caught between her desire for independence and her filial duty, struggles to assert herself.

The tension in the room is palpable as the mother's insistence grows stronger, her words cutting through the daughter's attempts to negotiate or resist. With each passing moment, the daughter feels the weight of her mother's expectations bearing down on her, suffocating her dreams and aspirations.

As the scene progresses, the daughter's internal conflict becomes more pronounced. She grapples with the pressure to conform to societal norms while also yearning for autonomy and self-determination. Despite her reluctance, she knows that defying her mother's wishes would come at a steep cost, risking not only her relationship with her family but also her sense of belonging within her community.

Ultimately, this scene serves as a poignant reflection of the struggles faced by many individuals caught between tradition and modernity, duty and desire. It highlights the enduring influence of cultural expectations on personal choices and the profound impact of familial expectations on individual autonomy. Through the lens of this mother-daughter confrontation, we gain insight into the complexities of navigating identity, agency, and belonging in a society where tradition often clashes with progress.

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One object that expresses symbolism in the play “The Glass Menagerie” by Tennessee Williams is the father’s portrait.

The father’s absence from the play is significant, posing emotional and financial challenges for the family. Despite his physical absence, his influence lives on through a portrait that depicts him in a positive light. The family struggles with his legacy, burdened by expectations and memories, yearning for the stability and connection they once enjoyed. The portrait serves as a reminder of his abandonment, fueling their desire for a reunited family unit.

Each character in the play handles the challenges of their reality differently. The presence of the father’s portrait emphasizes the theme of escapism, as characters seek relief from their troubles in a variety of ways, including Amanda’s reminiscing about her past, Tom’s obsession with movies and literature, and Laura’s retreat into her glass menagerie.

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