An inspector calls Flashcards
Who is the author of ‘An Inspector Calls’?
J.B. Priestley
In what year was ‘An Inspector Calls’ first performed?
1945
What is the setting of ‘An Inspector Calls’?
The Birling family’s dining room in 1912
True or False: The play is set during World War II.
False
Who is the inspector that arrives at the Birling household?
Inspector Goole
Fill in the blank: The Birling family is celebrating the engagement of ______.
Sheila Birling and Gerald Croft
What social issue does ‘An Inspector Calls’ primarily address?
Social responsibility and class inequality
Multiple Choice: Which character is a factory owner?
Arthur Birling
What happens to Eva Smith in the play?
She commits suicide
True or False: Gerald Croft had a romantic relationship with Eva Smith.
True
What does the inspector represent in the play?
Moral authority and social conscience
Who feels the most guilt about Eva Smith’s death?
Sheila Birling
Fill in the blank: The inspector questions the Birlings about their involvement with ______.
Eva Smith
What is the significance of the play’s ending?
It leaves the audience questioning their own social responsibilities.
Multiple Choice: Which character is a socialist?
Inspector Goole
What does Arthur Birling believe about the Titanic?
He believes it is unsinkable.
True or False: The play suggests that individuals are not responsible for each other’s welfare.
False
What does Sheila Birling’s character development represent?
The potential for change and awareness in society.
Fill in the blank: The inspector’s final message emphasizes the importance of ______.
community and shared responsibility
Multiple Choice: How does Mrs. Birling react to the inspector’s questioning?
She is defensive and dismissive.
What is the relationship between Gerald and Sheila?
They are engaged to be married.
True or False: The play is set in a single location.
True
What does the character of Eric Birling struggle with?
Alcoholism and his responsibilities.
Fill in the blank: Inspector Goole’s first name is ______.
unknown
What does the play imply about the impact of capitalism?
It suggests that capitalism leads to exploitation and social injustice.
Multiple Choice: Which character is the most resistant to change?
Sybil Birling
What does the inspector’s arrival signify for the Birling family?
A confrontation with their past actions.
