Inspector Calls Quotes Flashcards

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1
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What does the Inspector say about responsibility in the play?

A

We are responsible for each other.

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2
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Who said, ‘I don’t think we want any further details of this disgusting affair’?

A

Sheila Birling.

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Fill in the blank: ‘If you don’t like that, then I will tell you that a man has to make his own ______.’

A

decisions.

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True or False: The Inspector’s role is to bring the characters to justice.

A

False.

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What is the significance of the quote ‘Each of you helped to kill her’?

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It emphasizes collective responsibility.

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Who expresses the idea that ‘a man has to make his own way’?

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Arthur Birling.

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Multiple choice: Who says, ‘I was in a bad temper’? A) Eric B) Gerald C) Arthur

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A) Eric

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What does the Inspector mean by ‘fire and blood and anguish’?

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It refers to the consequences of ignoring social responsibility.

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Fill in the blank: ‘We are all _______ for one another.’

A

members of one body.

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True or False: The Inspector is a character who represents the moral conscience of society.

A

True.

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Who says, ‘That’s something this public school and hat shop has to look after’?

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Sheila Birling.

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What does the quote ‘You never told me’ signify in the play?

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It highlights secrets and lack of communication among the characters.

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13
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Who is referred to as ‘the girl’ in the play?

A

Eva Smith.

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14
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Multiple choice: Who claims, ‘I did not like her manner’? A) Gerald B) Sheila C) Mrs. Birling

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C) Mrs. Birling

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What does Eric’s statement ‘I’m ashamed of it’ reveal about his character?

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It shows his regret and moral conflict.

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16
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Fill in the blank: ‘Public men, Mr. Birling, have ______.’

A

responsibilities.

17
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True or False: The play suggests that wealth and social status exempt individuals from responsibility.

A

False.

18
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What does Sheila mean when she says, ‘I know I’m to blame’?

A

She acknowledges her part in Eva’s demise.

19
Q

Who states, ‘I don’t see why I should help him’?

A

Gerald Croft.

20
Q

What is the significance of the Inspector’s final words?

A

They serve as a warning about the consequences of indifference.

21
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Multiple choice: Who expresses the view that ‘it was simply absurd for this girl to commit suicide’? A) Mrs. Birling B) Sheila C) Eric

A

A) Mrs. Birling

22
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Fill in the blank: ‘There are millions and millions of ______.’

A

Eva Smiths.

23
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True or False: Gerald shows complete remorse for his actions.

A

False.

24
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Who says, ‘I’m not going to be put off by that’?

A

Inspector Goole.

25
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What does the quote ‘You must understand that a lot of young men’ imply about societal attitudes?

A

It reflects the dismissive attitudes towards women and their struggles.

26
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What does the Inspector reveal about the interconnectedness of society?

A

He shows that everyone’s actions impact others.