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Mother's Day
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Mother's Day
Key Points of the Story
Setting
The play "Mother's Day" 
by J.B. Priestley is set in 
the living room of the 
Pearson family's home in 
a London suburb.
Main Issue
Mrs. Pearson feels 
overworked and 
underappreciated in her 
family. She is often 
treated like a servant by 
her husband and children.
Magical Element
Mrs. Fitzgerald suggests 
they swap personalities 
through a magical ritual, 
allowing Mrs. Pearson to 
experience life as a more 
assertive person.
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Mother's Day
Key Points of the Story
Setting
The play "Mother's Day" 
by J.B. Priestley is set in 
the living room of the 
Pearson family's home in 
a London suburb.
Main Issue
Mrs. Pearson feels 
overworked and 
underappreciated in her 
family. She is often 
treated like a servant by 
her husband and children.
Magical Element
Mrs. Fitzgerald suggests 
they swap personalities 
through a magical ritual, 
allowing Mrs. Pearson to 
experience life as a more 
assertive person.
Key Characters
Mrs. Annie Pearson
A gentle and loving mother who is not respected by her family.
Mrs. Fitzgerald
Her bold and assertive neighbour, who is also a fortune teller.
Doris Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's demanding daughter.
Cyril Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's indifferent and selfish son.
Mr. George Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's self-centred husband.
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Mother's Day
Key Points of the Story
Setting
The play "Mother's Day" 
by J.B. Priestley is set in 
the living room of the 
Pearson family's home in 
a London suburb.
Main Issue
Mrs. Pearson feels 
overworked and 
underappreciated in her 
family. She is often 
treated like a servant by 
her husband and children.
Magical Element
Mrs. Fitzgerald suggests 
they swap personalities 
through a magical ritual, 
allowing Mrs. Pearson to 
experience life as a more 
assertive person.
Key Characters
Mrs. Annie Pearson
A gentle and loving mother who is not respected by her family.
Mrs. Fitzgerald
Her bold and assertive neighbour, who is also a fortune teller.
Doris Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's demanding daughter.
Cyril Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's indifferent and selfish son.
Mr. George Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's self-centred husband.
Introduction
The Unappreciated Mother
Mrs. Pearson is having a conversation with her neighbour, Mrs. 
Fitzgerald, about how unappreciated and overworked she feels. 
Her family takes her for granted and treats her like a servant.
A Sympathetic Ear
Mrs. Fitzgerald listens to Mrs. Pearson's complaints about her 
family's behavior and lack of appreciation for all her hard work.
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Mother's Day
Key Points of the Story
Setting
The play "Mother's Day" 
by J.B. Priestley is set in 
the living room of the 
Pearson family's home in 
a London suburb.
Main Issue
Mrs. Pearson feels 
overworked and 
underappreciated in her 
family. She is often 
treated like a servant by 
her husband and children.
Magical Element
Mrs. Fitzgerald suggests 
they swap personalities 
through a magical ritual, 
allowing Mrs. Pearson to 
experience life as a more 
assertive person.
Key Characters
Mrs. Annie Pearson
A gentle and loving mother who is not respected by her family.
Mrs. Fitzgerald
Her bold and assertive neighbour, who is also a fortune teller.
Doris Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's demanding daughter.
Cyril Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's indifferent and selfish son.
Mr. George Pearson
Mrs. Pearson's self-centred husband.
Introduction
The Unappreciated Mother
Mrs. Pearson is having a conversation with her neighbour, Mrs. 
Fitzgerald, about how unappreciated and overworked she feels. 
Her family takes her for granted and treats her like a servant.
A Sympathetic Ear
Mrs. Fitzgerald listens to Mrs. Pearson's complaints about her 
family's behavior and lack of appreciation for all her hard work.
Mrs. Fitzgerald's Advice
Be More Assertive
Mrs. Fitzgerald advises Mrs. Pearson to stand up for herself and stop being treated poorly 
by her family.
Demand Respect
She suggests that if Mrs. Pearson wants respect, she must stop being overly obedient and 
start demanding fairness.
Change Approach
Mrs. Fitzgerald emphasizes that Mrs. Pearson needs to change her approach to gain her 
family's respect.