Rose is innocent; her actions are determined by Pinkie.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use evidence from the text to support your ideas.

Why has Greene decided to present the marriage and aftermath in such a way? Discuss, and use quotations to support your ideas. 

Why has Greene chosen to show the reader ‘paradise piece’?

Explore the significance of structure in Part 4

Brighton Rock is made up of parallels. To what extent is this comment true?

Explore this statement through exploration of one or more of the following themes:

- Vulnerability

- Religion

- Betrayal

- Innocence versus experience

- Relationships

A02 paragraph

Type your A02 (analysis of language, structure and form) paragraph below.

Symbolism in 'Brighton Rock'

It is Greene’s presentation of the setting that is most significant in the opening of Brighton Rock. Type your improved response below please.

The theme of Nature vs. Nurture 
The way you are nurtured as a child is no excuse for your nature as an adult. Discuss this in light of Part 2, chapter 1 thinking about both Pinkie and Rose.

Who is Ida Arnold?

Ida Arnold is a vivacious, larger than life woman who becomes involved with Pinkie's affairs after the murder of Charles Hale. Comment below on how you think she can be interpreted.

Pinkie

Pinkie, or 'the boy' is one of the key characters in Brighton Rock. Discuss the presentation of him in Part 1, chapter 2 below.

The opening of Brighton Rock

The opening of Brighton Rock

Graham Greene's Brighton Rock begins by inviting the reader into a world of mystery, murder and suspense. Brighton is home to a host of holidaymakers 'determined' to enjoy themselves alongside the fearful Fred Hale, motherly Ida and angry Pinkie.

Greene presents his readers with an opening of contrasts. Discuss your response to this statement below as well as the views presented by your peers.