THE UNEXPECTED (DRAMA)/ first year Alternative English +2 CHSE

Summary

In the drama 'The Unexpected,' Mrs. Parker, a middle-aged woman, is informed by village boys Alec and Tom of escaped convicts. Unfazed, she later learns her son Joe, posing as a detective, is among them. Amidst a forgery case and a border warden's involvement, Joe's secret is revealed when he slips in excitement. Mrs. Parker's tight-lipped nature hides the truth until the end, underscoring the theme that with women, the unexpected always occurs.

Takeaways

• 🏡 The drama revolves around Mrs. Parker's cottage and the unexpected events that unfold there.
• 🚴‍♂️ Two village boys, Alec and Tom, are involved in the story, delivering news to Mrs. Parker.
• 🏃‍♂️ An escaped convict is the central plot point, causing tension and concern in the village.
• 👮‍♂️ Joe Badger, the nephew of Mrs. Parker, is involved in a forgery case and is suspected to be the escaped convict.
• 👩‍🏫 Mrs. Parker is a middle-aged woman who wants to live alone in her cottage for the last six months.
• 🔍 The boys discover a clue in the form of a Bentley car that Joe claims belongs to his nephew.
• 🤔 Mrs. Parker's reaction to the news of the escaped convict is suspiciously calm.
• 🗣️ Joe Badger's slip of the tongue reveals secrets about the convict, which leads to further investigation.
• 🚓 The authorities are involved due to the escaped convicts, adding to the drama's tension.
• 🔑 The 'secret code' mentioned is significant in identifying the true identity of the escaped convict.
• 🎭 The drama concludes with a twist, revealing that the unexpected always happens, especially where women are concerned.

Q & A

What is the drama about?

The drama revolves around the unexpected events that occur in a village when two convicts escape from jail, and the subsequent interactions and revelations among the villagers.

Who are the two village boys mentioned in the script?

The two village boys are Alec and Tom, who deliver news to Mrs. Parker about the escaped convicts.

What is Joe Badger's relation to the village?

Joe Badger is the nephew of the woman responsible for the village, and he is taking correspondence lessons from a school of detectives.

How does Mrs. Parker react to the news of the escaped convicts?

Mrs. Parker reacts with no visible concern or fear, taking the news quite normally.

What does Mrs. Parker tell Alec and Tom about her son?

Mrs. Parker tells Alec and Tom that her son has managed to escape, implying he is one of the escaped convicts.

What is the significance of the Bentley car in the drama?

The Bentley car is presented as evidence that belongs to Joe, the nephew, and is also linked to the escaped convicts.

What is the secret code mentioned in the script?

The secret code is 'present,' which is revealed during the drama as a clue to identify the escaped convicts.

Who is the protagonist of the drama?

The protagonist is Mrs. Partner, a middle-aged woman who wants to stay alone in her cottage for the last six months.

What is the role of the 'border' or jail warden in the drama?

The border or jail warden is not explicitly mentioned in the script, but their role would typically be to manage the prison and handle the situation of the escaped convicts.

What is the nature of Mrs. Partner that is considered suspicious by others?

Mrs. Partner's suspicious nature is her desire to stay alone in her cottage, which is unusual and raises questions among the villagers.

What is the final revelation about Joe's identity?

The final revelation is that Joe is actually the son of Mrs. Khan, not Mrs. Parker, and that Mrs. Parker kept this secret until the very end.