Mr Birling Flashcards

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What quote shows Mr Birling as stubborn and arrogant

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“I speak as a hard-headed business man.”

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2
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Finish this quote, “ for lower costs and …”

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“higher prices”

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3
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What quote shows personal gain for Mr Birling ?

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“You’re just the kind of son-in-law I always wanted.”

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What quote shows Mr Birling’s lack of self awareness ?

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“And after all I don’t often make speeches at you-“

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5
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Finish this quote, “so as long as we …”

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“behave ourselves”

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6
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What quote foreshadows the miners strike ?

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“Last Month, just because the miners came out on strike.”

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7
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Finish the quote “the Germans …”

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“don’t want war”

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8
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Finish the quote “still, I can’t …”

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“accept responsibility”

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9
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What quote shows Mr Birling’s lack of respect for Eric ?

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“Look - just you keep out of this.”

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What quote shows Mr Birling treating Sheila like a child ?

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“Nothing to do with you, Sheila. Run along.

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Finish the quote “It’s about time you learnt…”

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“to face a few responsibilities.”

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