AIC - Theme of Sexism Flashcards
What is Priestley intended effect on the audience?
the vulnerability of women evokes sympathy, which supports Priestley view of equality - “one body”
strong range of female characters to convey women from all social backgrounds
“young, fresh and charming” meaning
someone Gerald could use to amuse himself until he no longer wanted to pursue the relationship
“settle it sensibly for you [Sheila]”
Birling feels Sheila is incapable of handling herself, doesn’t offer this for Eric
Eric took advantage of Eva, however he was remorseful
shows that Priestley has hope that men can change
“I think its perfect, now I really feel engaged”
Sheila is superficial and is more concerned about the ring than engagement
Context for the theme of sexism
Women did not have the right to vote in 1912, however this changed by 1945
shows how difficult it was for women in 1912 to survive without a husband
