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Exploring and evaluating the importance of Act 1

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I can explain the structure of Act 1 and offer a personal perspective on key themes.

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Act 1 is considered a very important part of a play’s structure- it is sometimes referred to as the ‘set-up’. ‘Small Island’ is comprised of an ensemble cast and multiple narratives. Queenie’s pregnancy and the sailing of the Empire Windrush at the end of Act 1, create a dramatic transition into Act 2. The themes of ambition, betrayal, hope and belonging are prevalent in Act 1 and connect many of the characters.

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