Characters Flashcards
Who was Inspector Goole?
He presents himself as a police inspector Investigating the reasons for Eva Smith’s suicide
Who was Eva Smith?
She was a working-class girl in her early 20s, who commit suicide. It becomes clear that her death has been caused by the Birling‘s thoughtless actions.
Who is Mr Arthur Birling?
He is the father of a middle-class family. an arrogant businessman, he aspires to become upper-class, and only thinks about money and reputation.
Who is Mrs-Sybil-Birling?
She was an upper-class lady, but her married beneath herself . She’s cold and haughty with little time for others.
Who is Sheila Birling?
Sheila is initially a childish, the young lady who is blind reality. Yet she grows integrity and empathy as the play progresses.
Who is Eric Birling?
Eric is impulsive and reckless, but is also inclined to be empathetic towards others. Like his sister, he transforms by the end of the play.
Who is Gerald Croft?
He is an aristocrat engaged to Sheila Birling your face to be gentlemanly, but he’s actually hiding hedonistic behaviour. Him and Sheila break up during the play
Who is Edna?
She is frequently on stage, but speaks little. She is the best in the server. Is it constant reminder of how to ignore the working classes.
