Assignment task: Can you answer the following questions from Mary's Wedding by Stephen Massicotte
Q1. Can you share your experience joining the military and going to war? What feelings and ideas did you initially have?
Q2. You and Mary have a close relationship in the play. How did your friendship with Mary affect your perspective on the conflict and your experiences on the front lines?
Q3. The drama dives deeply into the concepts of memory and love. How were your attitude and morale during the war affected by thoughts of Mary and your past?
Q4. Can you describe a single memorable event from the war that had a significant impact on how you view relationships and life?
Q5. Undoubtedly, the war resulted in difficulties and obstacles. How did you and your fellow soldiers handle the mental and physical toll of combat?
Q6. The piece contrasts the sentimental and intimate with the gruesome realities of war. How did you escape from the pandemonium for a brief period of time?
Q7. There is a reoccurring dream theme in the play. How did these dreams affect how you perceived the conflict and its aftermath?
Q8. People are frequently forced to face their vulnerabilities and concerns during times of war. What impact did your time spent in battle have on your sense of self and identity?
Q9. The drama investigates the idea of time and how it affects recollection. What effects did time have on your memories of Mary and the war?
Q10. How did the war ultimately alter your outlook on life and love, and how did it affect your relationship with Mary, without giving too much away?