Sic Aic Flashcards
What is the first line spoken by Mr. Arthur Birling in Act 1?
The first line spoken by Mr. Arthur Birling is ‘Well, what happened to her afterward may have driven her to suicide.’
Who is described as a ‘hard-headed businessman’?
Mr. Arthur Birling is described as a ‘hard-headed businessman’.
True or False: Sheila Birling is excited about her engagement at the beginning of Act 1.
True
Fill in the blank: The Inspector arrives shortly after the __________.
celebration
What does Mr. Birling dismiss as ‘nonsense’?
Mr. Birling dismisses the idea of a war happening.
Who is the first character to be interrogated by the Inspector?
Sheila Birling is the first character to be interrogated.
What does Sheila Birling say about her feelings towards the shopgirl?
Sheila admits that she was jealous of the shopgirl.
How does the Inspector describe responsibility?
The Inspector describes responsibility as something that everyone shares.
Multiple Choice: What does Mrs. Birling believe about social responsibility? A) It’s essential B) It’s overrated C) It’s for the lower classes
C) It’s for the lower classes
What is the significance of the photograph shown to the characters?
The photograph represents the victim, Eva Smith, and symbolizes the consequences of their actions.
Who is the character that represents the younger generation’s views?
Sheila Birling represents the younger generation’s views.
True or False: Gerald Croft is indifferent to the plight of Eva Smith.
False
Fill in the blank: The Inspector’s arrival marks a turning point in the __________.
play
What does Mr. Birling think about the future?
Mr. Birling is optimistic about the future and believes that technology and progress will lead to prosperity.
How does Sheila react to her father’s attitude towards the Inspector?
Sheila is frustrated and feels that her father is being dismissive.
