ASND Flashcards

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“Two story building named Elysian fields”
Scene 1 - Pg.1

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“Elysian” is an adjective for otherworldly and is typically a symbol of Greek Heaven - You die when you go to heaven.
This implies that the juxtaposition between the forces of good and evil is present throughout the play - particularly the opening description contrasting heaven and death.

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“Tinny piano”
Scene 1 - Pg.1

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“Tinny” is an adjective which connotes auditory imagery for an off sounding or high pitched noise.
This implies that the play will take place in a poor area because the musician cannot afford a better piano.

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