Mrs Birling

Question 1

What is one word that describes Mrs. Birling’s attitude towards social class?

Answer 1

Snobbish

Question 2

True or False: Mrs. Birling is portrayed as sympathetic towards the working class.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling is described as __________ and unyielding in her beliefs.

Answer 3

Arrogant

Question 4

Which word best describes Mrs. Birling’s approach to responsibility?

Answer 4

Irresponsible

Question 5

What does Mrs. Birling’s character represent in the play?

Answer 5

Upper-class hypocrisy

Question 6

Multiple choice: How does Mrs. Birling react to the Inspector’s questioning? A) Calm B) Defensive C) Indifferent

Answer 6

B) Defensive

Question 7

Describe Mrs. Birling’s demeanor when confronted with her role in Eva Smith’s death.

Answer 7

Cold and dismissive

Question 8

True or False: Mrs. Birling takes responsibility for her actions.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is a key trait of Mrs. Birling’s personality?

Answer 9

Cold and Superior

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling is depicted as being __________ in her views about charity.

Answer 10

Judgmental

Question 11

How does Mrs. Birling view her family’s social status?

Answer 11

As superior

Question 12

Multiple choice: What is Mrs. Birling’s primary concern throughout the play? A) Family reputation B) Social justice C) Personal happiness

Answer 12

A) Family reputation

Question 13

What does Mrs. Birling’s character suggest about the role of women in her society?

Answer 13

Limited and traditional

Question 14

True or False: Mrs. Birling believes in collective responsibility.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling’s language is often __________ and condescending.

Answer 15

Formal

Question 16

What kind of influence does Mrs. Birling have over her children?

Answer 16

Controlling

Question 17

What is Mrs. Birling’s reaction to the Inspector’s investigation?

Answer 17

Hostile

Question 18

Multiple choice: Which of the following words best describes Mrs. Birling’s view of the poor? A) Compassionate B) Condescending C) Understanding

Answer 18

B) Condescending

Question 19

True or False: Mrs. Birling is portrayed as a progressive character.

Answer 19

False

Question 20

What is Mrs. Birling’s primary motivation in the play?

Answer 20

Self-preservation

Question 21

Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling’s character embodies __________ values.

Answer 21

Victorian

Question 22

How does Mrs. Birling justify her refusal to help Eva Smith?

Answer 22

She believes Eva was undeserving.

Question 23

What is a significant flaw in Mrs. Birling’s character?

Answer 23

Her lack of empathy

Question 24

Multiple choice: What does Mrs. Birling prioritize over human life? A) Wealth B) Reputation C) Happiness

Answer 24

B) Reputation

Question 25

True or False: Mrs. Birling shows any sign of remorse for her actions.

Answer 25

False