Support A Level students in developing thoughtful, text-based responses with this set of 15 essay questions for Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie. These prompts encourage close textual analysis and critical engagement with the play’s key themes, structure, and symbolism—making them ideal for exam preparation, independent essays, or guided classroom discussion.
The questions are designed to challenge students to think deeply about Williams’ use of memory, illusion, and character psychology, while offering opportunities for differentiation and extended interpretation.
This download includes:
★ A full list of 15 essay questions in PDF format
★ Individual printable handouts for each question
★ An editable PowerPoint version for flexible use
Sample Questions:
➤ How does Williams use memory as both a structural and thematic device in The Glass Menagerie?
➤ In what ways is Laura’s glass menagerie symbolic of the wider themes in the play?
➤ Explore the role of illusion and escapism in the lives of the Wingfield family.
Ideal for revision, essay planning, or in-class analytical writing, this resource supports students in developing critical thinking and essay writing skills in line with A Level expectations.
Perfect for:
✔ A Level English Literature lessons
✔ Essay writing and planning
✔ Homework and independent study
✔ Exam preparation and revision
Download now to help your students build confident, well-structured analytical responses to The Glass Menagerie.
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