Sheila Birling Responsibility

Question 1

This quote shows early signs of social conscience.

Answer 1

“But these girls aren’t cheap labour – they’re people.”

Question 2

This quote shows she accepts her responsibility and feels genuine guilt.

Answer 2

“I know I’m to blame – and I’m desperately sorry.”

Question 3

Takes accountability for her actions

Answer 3

“It was my own fault.”

Question 4

This quote show how she critisises her parents’ attempts to avoid responsibility.

Answer 4

“You mustn’t try to build up a kind of wall between us and that girl.”

Question 5

This quote shows her transformation and rejection of her parents’ lack of responsibility.

Answer 5

“It frightens me the way you talk, and I can’t listen to any more of it.”