Responsibility An Inspector Calls

Question 1

What does Mr Birling comment about socialism to convey his disdain for social responsibility and what act is it in?

Answer 1

“like bees in a hive-“ Act 1.

Question 2

What does Mrs Birling state to Eric once he takes responsibility for his actions and what act is it in?

Answer 2

“Eric, I’m absolutely ashamed of you.” Act 3.

Question 3

What does Mrs Birling plead about Eric to condone his actions and avoid responsibility and what act is it in?

Answer 3

“He’s only a boy” Act 2.

Question 4

What is the Inspector’s socialist metaphor for society in his final speech and what act is it in?

Answer 4

“We are members of one body.” Act 3.

Question 5

What is the Inspector’s final warning indirectly to the audience if they do not accept responsibility and what act is it in?

Answer 5

“they will be taught it in fire and blood and anguish.” Act 3.

Question 6

What does Sheila repeat after the Inspector to showcase her feelings toward taking responsibility, and what act is it in?

Answer 6

“Fire and blood and anguish.” Act 3.