Eric Flashcards
’ don’t get excited.’
Shows Mr Birling wants to hide the drinking habits of Eric as he is ashamed.
’ something this public school-and-Varsity life … Doesn’t seem to teach you.’
Suggests that Eric has been spoiled.
’ you’re not that type.’
Shows how the family knows little of Eric’s drinking problems - he is vulnerable as he has to hide things.
What does Eric do to show he knows his own involvement ?
’ the fact remains that I did what I did.’
What stage directions show Eric’s anger at Mrs Birling ?
(Half threatening her)
Nearly at breaking point
What quote shows Eric’s broken relationship with his mother ?
’ You don’t understand anything. You never did. You never even tried.’
What quote shows Eric’s broken relationship with his mother ?
’ You don’t understand anything. You never did. You never tried.’
How is Eric described at the start of the play?
‘Not quite at ease. Half shy, half assertive.’
What does Gerald say about Eric?
I have gathered that he does drink pretty hard.
What does Eric say when Mr Birling tries to threaten him in act 3?
’ I don’t give a damn now.’
What does Eric say to his parents in the final act ?
’ I’m ashamed of you.’
