AIC Sheila Quotes

Question 1

Sheila’s relationship with Eric

Answer 1

You’re squiffy” (pg 3) - informal, indicates a close sibling relationship as they can tease each other; shows Eric drinks to much and Sheila might not approve of this

Question 2

Sheila’s relationship with Eric

Answer 2

Eric: “You told her. Why, you little sneak!” Sheila: “No, that’s not fair, Eric. I could have told her months ago, but of course I didn’t.” (pg 50) - exclamation mark shows Eric’s helplessness and his true powerlessness, he was relying on Sheila and trusted her - Sheila is loyal to Eric and they have a good relationship even though they do argue. It also suggests Sheila knows a lot more about Eric than her parents do.

Question 3

Sheila’s reaction at the end

Answer 3

“It’s mine too” acknowledging what she’s done and taking responsibility unlike her parents

Question 4

Sheila’s reaction at the end

Answer 4

“(Eagerly) That’s just what I feel like, Eric. And it’s what they don’t seem to understand.” She has sided with the Inspector and has understood the consequences. She is in discomfort with her parents and wants to persuade them but they won’t accept.

Question 5

Sheila’s relationship with the inspector

Answer 5

“No wait a minute Miss Birling”
This shows that he can control her in her own home.
‘No’ shows that he is very forceful towards the family.

Question 6

Sheila’s relationship with Gerald

Answer 6

“(with mock aggressiveness) Go on, Gerald - just you object!” Starts as more of a joke but Sheila begins to take it more seriously later on.

Question 7

Sheila’s relationship with Gerald

Answer 7

“(Bitterly) of course he did.” Shows that she is angry at him after finding out he was close with another woman. She is almost saying that she was a fool to be bewildered by him.