Question

what is the theme of gossiping in school for scandal​

Answer 1

Answer:

Gossiping is a major theme in School for Scandal. Sheridan shows it as an illness that undermines a healthy society. People are not born gossips but when harmed by it, like Lady Sneerwell, retaliate by maliciously spreading the disease.

Answer 2

Answer:

One key theme of society reflected in 'A School For Scandal' is of gossiping between women. This concept epitomises the core of the play, and questions why people, women in particular, require gossip in their daily lives. A clear example of this is in Act 1 Scene 1 when Mrs Candour converses with Maria.