Now that I’ve ended the book, I would like to reflect upon two things: the clash of class and culture you see throughout the play, and the changed we can find in the new Rita as a result of her choosing education.
From the very beginning, it’s quite obvious that Frank and Rita belong to two different worlds. However, I think both Rita and Frank feel curious, and attracted somehow, to the opposite world of their own. Rita is sure that if she can manage to get educated, she will be able to get rid of her boring life and start a new one full of choices she will make on her own. Similarly, Frank feels there is something unique in Rita’s ways of behaving and expressing herself. He thinks that is something she should not miss in the changing process.
Although there are many times misunderstandings because of culture and class differences, Rita and Frank manage to learn how to overcome them in order to get effective communication. For example, in the first scenes, Rita mentions a TV show or books Frank is not familiar with, or sometimes Rita uses expressions such as “off the cake”, and Frank has to ask for clarification. All the same, when Frank faces Rita for not having attended Julia’s dinner party, he has to explain to her that the wine or a dress won’t make a difference; confidence is something you cannot buy.
Now, as a result of Rita choosing education throughout the play, even under difficult circumstances, we find a Rita who is full of energy and life. She no longer looks down on her background and culture, but has learned to work hard in order to change what she was not satisfied with: she is no longer married to a man who does not take into account her needs and independence. Rita is now a new person because she is not afraid of making mistakes any more, she feels much more confident and is willing to face what is ahead.
From the very beginning, it’s quite obvious that Frank and Rita belong to two different worlds. However, I think both Rita and Frank feel curious, and attracted somehow, to the opposite world of their own. Rita is sure that if she can manage to get educated, she will be able to get rid of her boring life and start a new one full of choices she will make on her own. Similarly, Frank feels there is something unique in Rita’s ways of behaving and expressing herself. He thinks that is something she should not miss in the changing process.
Although there are many times misunderstandings because of culture and class differences, Rita and Frank manage to learn how to overcome them in order to get effective communication. For example, in the first scenes, Rita mentions a TV show or books Frank is not familiar with, or sometimes Rita uses expressions such as “off the cake”, and Frank has to ask for clarification. All the same, when Frank faces Rita for not having attended Julia’s dinner party, he has to explain to her that the wine or a dress won’t make a difference; confidence is something you cannot buy.
Now, as a result of Rita choosing education throughout the play, even under difficult circumstances, we find a Rita who is full of energy and life. She no longer looks down on her background and culture, but has learned to work hard in order to change what she was not satisfied with: she is no longer married to a man who does not take into account her needs and independence. Rita is now a new person because she is not afraid of making mistakes any more, she feels much more confident and is willing to face what is ahead.
2 comments:
How much I enjoy reading your posts, Miriam!!!
I believe it's precisely their mutual "curiosity" that enables both Rita and Frank to grow by learning from one another throughout the play. As you yourself put it, "Rita and Frank manage to learn how to overcome" cultural gaps "in order to get effective communication". So, that's it: education builds bridges between cultures... and enables us to "change what we are not satisfied with", frees us from the fear of making mistakes.
Well, you've said it all, what can I add? All I can think of is that, if I've somehow contributed to your achieving either of the aims listed above, I'll be really proud of my work with you! (though, of course, it's mostly your merit, we know!)
let´s share responsibility for the work here!
I´m really glad I write something it´s worth reading for somebody!
love,
Miriam
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