Downton Abbey
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The television series (2010- ) is set at Downton Abbey, a country estate in Yorkshire during and after the Edwardian Period. It tells the story of Earl and Lady Grantham and their servants.
- Explain the reason for all the camera close-ups on the telegraph machine in the beginning of this episode.
- What does the following remark tell you about the life of a servant during the Edwardian Period?
- Anna (sighing), Just for once in my life I’d like to sleep until I woke up natural.
- Find examples of technological progress.
- What historic tragedy has just occurred?
- Analyse the conversation between the butler and his lordship.
Carson: I understand most of the ladies were taken off in time.
Lord Grantham: You mean the ladies in first class? God help the poor devils below decks. On their way to a better life. - What are the consequences of the entail and the fact that Lady Grantham has not produced a male heir?
- What does it mean that Mr Bates and Lord Grantham are comrades in arms?
- What is the purpose of the Duke of Crowborough’s visit to Downton Abbey?
- What does he mean by warning Thomas that if you’re not careful you’ll end up behind bars?
- As opposed to the TV series Upstairs, Downstairs, Downton Abbey is set in the country. Does it make any difference to the living conditions of the servants?
