Gerald Flashcards
At the beginning of Act 2, what does Gerald say that suggests that he doesnt want Sheila to know about his affair, and why?
‘I think miss Birling ought be excused’
- he may have wanted to not tell Sheila as he is ashamed of his acts
What does Gerald say, in act 2, that indicates that Eric is a heavy drinker
‘I’ve never seen much of him outside…but i have gathered that he does drink pretty hard’
Give 2 quotes, where Gerald uses sarcasm in his replies to Sheila, and why may have this been done
- ‘You’re going to be a great help I can see’
- ‘Im glad i amuse you’
Sheilas comments, before Geralds replies, are always sarcastic so Gerald may reply in a sarcastic manner to highlight the fact that Sheila is not more ‘powerful’ than him in terms of wealth and status`
Give a quote that indicates that Gerald is sympathetic towards Eva after her death
‘I’ve suddenly realised - taken it in properly - that shes dead’
Give a quote that suggests that Gerald didnt have bad intentions
- ‘All she wanted was to talk - a little friendliness’
2. ‘I was sorry for her’
Give a quote, from act 2, that suggests that Gerald feels horrible for what he had done
‘I wish to God she had now (blamed me), Perhaps, id feel better about it’