Abandoned by her husband, Amanda is left to care for her two children alone (Tom and Laura) because she's the only parent; Tom is left with the position of the father figure in the family, Tom not only pays the bills but he cares for Amanda and Laura. ... In the Wingfield residence, their family struggle of accepting the present, due to how difficult things come to be, they fantasize of adventures, a better future, reflecting on their past and are forced to escape their present both physically and mentally. ... The Glass Menagerie, is based on Tom Wingfield, who recalls the events from a ...

• Word Count: 1324
• Approx Pages: 5
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Tom Wingfield, a main character and the narrator, openly shows the reader his need to escape. ... Amanda also shows her feelings openly. ... Amanda tries to hold Tom down by insults and guilt. ... Wingfield hangs is an attempt to escape her life. ... Amanda places her own hopes and dreams onto her children. ...

• Word Count: 1336
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School