Question 7
OLIVER GOLDSMITH: She Stoops to Conquer
Consider the attitude of Mr. and Mrs. Hardcastle towards Tony Lumpkin.
Observation
This was a popular question. However, many candidates failed to mention that both Mr. and Mrs. Hardcastle viewed him differently.
The required answers should include:
- The relationship between husband and wife and their treatment of their step-son and son.
- The attitude of Mr. Hardcastle towards Tony.
- The attitude of Mrs. Hardcastle towards Tony.
- Tony’s contribution towards his treatment by both Mr. and Mrs. Hardcastle.
- The couple’s individual regard for Tony as he is.
Candidates’ performance in the question was fair.