Gerald Flashcards

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1
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What is Gerald Croft’s relationship to Sheila Birling?

A

Gerald Croft is Sheila Birling’s fiancé.

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True or False: Gerald Croft comes from a wealthy family.

A

True

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What does Gerald Croft do for a living?

A

Gerald Croft is a businessman.

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4
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Fill in the blank: Gerald was involved with a woman named _____ during the summer.

A

Daisy Renton

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What is Gerald’s attitude towards social responsibility?

A

Gerald shows a lack of social responsibility, prioritizing his own interests.

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How does Gerald react to the Inspector’s inquiries?

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Gerald attempts to manipulate the situation and protect himself.

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Which character does Gerald try to defend during the play?

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He tries to defend himself and his actions towards Daisy Renton.

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True or False: Gerald Croft accepts full blame for his actions.

A

False

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What does Gerald suggest about the Inspector’s identity?

A

Gerald suggests that the Inspector may not be who he claims to be.

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10
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Describe Gerald’s character in one word.

A

Selfish

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What does Gerald do for Daisy Renton?

A

Gerald provides her with financial support and a place to stay.

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How does Gerald’s relationship with Sheila evolve throughout the play?

A

It becomes strained as secrets are revealed.

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13
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes Gerald’s moral stance? A) Altruistic B) Self-serving C) Indifferent

A

B) Self-serving

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What is the significance of Gerald’s affair with Daisy Renton?

A

It highlights themes of class disparity and moral hypocrisy.

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True or False: Gerald is portrayed as a sympathetic character.

A

False

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What does Gerald do when he first hears about the Inspector’s visit?

A

He becomes anxious and tries to control the narrative.

17
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Fill in the blank: Gerald’s family owns a _____ business.

A

successful

18
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How does Gerald’s character represent the upper class?

A

He embodies the privilege and lack of accountability of the wealthy.

19
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What does Gerald say about the Inspector’s questioning?

A

He suggests it is unfair and intrusive.

20
Q

True or False: Gerald feels guilty about his actions towards Daisy Renton.

A

False

21
Q

What does Gerald do at the end of the play?

A

He tries to dismiss the events as a hoax.

22
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What is revealed about Gerald’s character through his interactions with the Inspector?

A

His manipulative and defensive nature is revealed.

23
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How does Gerald view social class differences?

A

He tends to ignore or downplay their significance.

24
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What kind of person does Gerald Croft represent in society?

A

He represents the privileged, entitled upper class.

25
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What does Gerald’s relationship with Sheila symbolize?

A

It symbolizes the complexities of love and betrayal.