Shiela Flashcards
What is Sheila’s relationship to Arthur Birling?
Sheila is the daughter of Arthur Birling.
True or False: Sheila Birling is engaged to Gerald Croft.
True
What emotion does Sheila express when she learns about Eva Smith’s death?
Sheila expresses guilt and remorse.
Fill in the blank: Sheila Birling initially reacts to the Inspector with __________.
defensiveness
What does Sheila realize about her role in Eva Smith’s downfall?
Sheila realizes that her actions contributed to Eva’s suffering.
How does Sheila’s character evolve throughout the play?
Sheila becomes more aware of social responsibility and guilt.
Multiple Choice: Which character does Sheila have a significant conflict with regarding responsibility? A) Eric B) Gerald C) Arthur
C) Arthur
True or False: Sheila is the first character to recognize the Inspector’s authority.
True
What does Sheila symbolize in the play?
Sheila symbolizes the younger generation’s potential for change.
Fill in the blank: Sheila’s attitude towards her engagement changes from __________ to acceptance of responsibility.
naivety
What does Sheila’s final stance suggest about her character development?
It suggests she embraces social responsibility and rejects her family’s views.
Who does Sheila confront about their treatment of Eva Smith?
Sheila confronts Gerald Croft and her parents.
Multiple Choice: What does Sheila ask her father to consider? A) His business B) His politics C) His morals
C) His morals
True or False: Sheila accepts full responsibility for her actions towards Eva Smith.
True
What is Sheila’s initial reaction to the Inspector’s questioning?
She feels defensive and tries to deny her involvement.
Fill in the blank: Sheila becomes increasingly __________ as the play progresses.
self-aware
What does the character of Sheila Birling reflect about societal change?
She reflects the potential for a more socially conscious future.
Multiple Choice: Which event triggers Sheila’s realization of her complicity? A) Receiving a letter B) A confrontation with the Inspector C) A conversation with Gerald
B) A confrontation with the Inspector
How does Sheila’s perception of her family change by the end of the play?
She becomes disillusioned with her family’s values.
What does Sheila’s character arc represent in the context of the play’s themes?
It represents the theme of social responsibility and personal growth.
True or False: Sheila is depicted as a static character throughout the play.
False
What lesson does Sheila learn about privilege and social class?
She learns that privilege comes with responsibility towards others.
Fill in the blank: Sheila’s character challenges the notion of __________ in her family’s social class.
entitlement