Juno and the Paycock
Plot summary - CCEA
Juno and The Paycock is set in Dublin in 1922 during the Irish Civil War. It follows the misfortunes of the Boyle family, who live in a two-room tenement apartment.
Characters - CCEA
The main characters are Juno Boyle, Jack Boyle, Mary Boyle, Johnny Boyle and Joxer Daly.
Themes - CCEA
Poverty, religion, nationalism and gender inequality are some of the themes covered in the play.
Form, structure and language - CCEA
The play is a tragicomedy. The dialogue can be funny at times, but themes such as poverty and war make it very serious watching.
Sample Question - CCEA
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