Sybil Flashcards
Who is Sybil Birling?
Sybil Birling is a character in J.B. Priestley’s play ‘An Inspector Calls’.
What is Sybil Birling’s role in the Birling family?
She is the wife of Arthur Birling and the mother of Sheila and Eric Birling.
True or False: Sybil Birling is a member of the Brumley Women’s Charity Organization.
True
Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling is portrayed as a ________ character in the play.
cold
What does Sybil Birling believe about social responsibility?
She believes that individuals are only responsible for themselves and their own social class.
How does Sybil Birling react to the Inspector’s questioning?
She becomes defensive and dismissive, refusing to accept any blame.
What is Sybil Birling’s opinion of the lower classes?
She looks down on them and believes they are not deserving of help.
Multiple Choice: What does Sybil Birling think about her daughter’s engagement to Gerald Croft?
A) She supports it
B) She disapproves
C) She is indifferent
A) She supports it
True or False: Sybil Birling shows remorse for her actions regarding Eva Smith.
False
What is Sybil Birling’s response to the Inspector’s claim that she refused to help Eva Smith?
She claims that Eva Smith used the name ‘Mrs. Birling’ to gain charity and that she did not deserve help.
Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling believes that her family’s social status gives them ________ over others.
privilege
How does Sybil Birling view her husband, Arthur Birling?
She views him as a successful businessman and often supports his views.
What does Sybil Birling’s character represent in the play?
She represents the older generation’s stubbornness and refusal to change.
Multiple Choice: What is Sybil Birling’s attitude towards the Inspector?
A) Respectful
B) Hostile
C) Curious
B) Hostile
What is the significance of Sybil Birling’s last name?
Her last name, ‘Birling’, symbolizes her connection to the upper class and her family’s wealth.
True or False: Sybil Birling acknowledges her role in Eva Smith’s death.
False
Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling believes that people should take care of their ________.
own
How does Sybil Birling’s character contrast with her daughter Sheila’s character?
Unlike her mother, Sheila shows remorse and is willing to change her views.
What is Sybil Birling’s reaction to the revelation that the Inspector may not be a real police officer?
She becomes relieved and dismissive of the events that transpired.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following traits best describes Sybil Birling?
A) Compassionate
B) Arrogant
C) Humble
B) Arrogant
What does Sybil Birling say about charity?
She believes that charity should be given to those who are ‘deserving’ and not to those who are ‘undeserving’ like Eva Smith.
True or False: Sybil Birling is supportive of social change.
False
What does the Inspector’s visit reveal about Sybil Birling’s character?
It reveals her hypocrisy and lack of empathy towards those less fortunate.
Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling’s attitude reflects the ________ values of the time.
capitalist
How does Sybil Birling’s character contribute to the play’s themes?
Her character exemplifies the themes of social responsibility and the consequences of selfishness.
