The Winslow Boy

Terence Rattigan

Act I: Scene i

1. What is different between marriage in the early 20 th Century and

marriage today in the early 21st century?
2. Do you think the financial aspect of Catherine and John’s proposed
union may be a factor later on in the play? (Provide an explanation
for your answer.)
3. How does Arthur’s opinion and treatment of Ronnie differ from his
opinion and treatment of Dickie?

Act I: Scene ii

1. What two main effects is the case having on the Winslow

household? (Provide an explanation for your answer)
2. How is Catherine’s engagement proceeding? Do you think she should
go ahead with it? (Provide an explanation for your answer)
3. Study Arthur’s treatment of Dickie in this scene and Dickie’s
reactions:
(a) What do you learn about their relationship in this scene?
(b) Dickie comments on events to Catherine after Miss Barnes
has left: Do you think he is to be admired for his response?
Why?
4. How has Ronnie’s attitude to life altered since he faced up to his
father at the end of Act I scene i? (Provide an explanation for your
answer)
5. Catherine and Arthur are allies:
(a) Why/on what subject do they disagree here?
(b) Why do they disagree on this subject?
(c) Do you think it is a serious disagreement?