Act 1
The engagement of Gerald and Sheila.
How was Sheila involved with Eva?
Eva worked at the clothing store Sheila shopped in. Sheila got her fired because Eva looked better in a dress that she was trying on and was jealous of her.
Which character knew Eva Smith under the name Daisy Renton?
Gerald Croft met Eva as Daisy Renton.
How is Mrs. Birling involved with Eva? Under what name did Mrs. Birling meet Eva?
Which character had an affair with Eva Smith and was presumed to be the father of the child Eva Smith was expecting?
Eric Birling
Why is the Birling family visited by Inspector Goole?
They are visited because Eva Smith has committed suicide and he believes that everyone had a part in her death.
How does Sheila react knowing that she could have been responsible for the death of Eva?
She is genuinely sad and feels responsible.
Where did Gerald meet Daisy?
At the Stalls Bar at the palace.
Mrs. Birling states that Eva was pregnant when she went to ask for assistance, why did she decide not to help her?
What does Mr. Birling do to confirm Gerald's suspicion of Inspector Goole?
He calls the Colonel Roberts and he confirms that there is no Inspector Goole.
How did Mr. Birling know Eva Smith?
Eva Smith worked at his company.
What is Mr. Berling's reaction to Inspector Goole? Does he know him?
Mr. Birling is suspicious of Inspector Goole, he states that he knows the majority of the police officers and he has never seen him.
After meeting Daisy (aka Eva), where does Gerald take her?
He takes her to a hotel and they have a meal. Daisy tells him about herself and how she lost her job at the factory and the clothing shop although she never mentioned exactly which ones she worked at.
Who turns out to be the father of Eva's baby? Where did he meet Eva? Where was he getting the money from?
Eric Birling is the father of Eva's baby and he also met her at the Palace Bar. Eric was stealing money from Mr. Birlings factory.
What does Gerald do after confirming that there is no Inspector Goole ?
He calls the infirmary to see if anyone has been admitted for drinking disinfectant. They confirm that no one has committed suicide in months.
How does Priestley use dramatic irony in Mr Birling's speeches?
To make Mr Birling seem foolish and undermine his authority.
How does Priestley initially present Sheila in Act One?
As immature but capable of change.
How does Sheila's attitude towards the Inspector differ from her parents'?
She respects his investigation and learns from it.
Why is Gerald's affair with Daisy Renton significant?
A. It demonstrates Priestley's belief that all wealthy people are evil.
B. It shows that responsibility is complex and not always straightforward.
C. It proves Gerald is the Inspector.
D. It has no effect on the plot.
How does Eric's confession contribute to the play's message?
It shows that younger characters can accept responsibility.
What is the significance of the Inspector's arrival just after Birling's speech about self-reliance?
It challenges Birling's individualistic beliefs.
What does the change in lighting at the beginning of the play suggest?
The atmosphere becomes more serious and revealing.
What does Mrs Birling's treatment of Eva Smith reveal about her character?
She is prejudiced and unwilling to help those beneath her.
How does Priestley build tension during the Inspector's questioning in Act Two?
A. By revealing information gradually.
B. By introducing new characters.
C. By using long action scenes.
D. By changing the setting.
What is the effect of the final telephone call?
A. It provides a happy ending.
B. It suggests that actions have consequences and reinforces the play's message.
C. It confirms the Inspector was a police officer.
D. It resolves all the family's problems.