Sybil

Question 1

Who is Sybil Birling?

Answer 1

Sybil Birling is a character in J.B. Priestley’s play ‘An Inspector Calls’.

Question 2

What is Sybil Birling’s role in the Birling family?

Answer 2

She is the wife of Arthur Birling and the mother of Sheila and Eric Birling.

Question 3

True or False: Sybil Birling is a member of the Brumley Women’s Charity Organization.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling is portrayed as a ________ character in the play.

Answer 4

cold

Question 5

What does Sybil Birling believe about social responsibility?

Answer 5

She believes that individuals are only responsible for themselves and their own social class.

Question 6

How does Sybil Birling react to the Inspector’s questioning?

Answer 6

She becomes defensive and dismissive, refusing to accept any blame.

Question 7

What is Sybil Birling’s opinion of the lower classes?

Answer 7

She looks down on them and believes they are not deserving of help.

Question 8

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

Answer 8

A) She supports it

Question 9

True or False: Sybil Birling shows remorse for her actions regarding Eva Smith.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What is Sybil Birling’s response to the Inspector’s claim that she refused to help Eva Smith?

Answer 10

She claims that Eva Smith used the name ‘Mrs. Birling’ to gain charity and that she did not deserve help.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling believes that her family’s social status gives them ________ over others.

Answer 11

privilege

Question 12

How does Sybil Birling view her husband, Arthur Birling?

Answer 12

She views him as a successful businessman and often supports his views.

Question 13

What does Sybil Birling’s character represent in the play?

Answer 13

She represents the older generation’s stubbornness and refusal to change.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: What is Sybil Birling’s attitude towards the Inspector?
A) Respectful
B) Hostile
C) Curious

Answer 14

B) Hostile

Question 15

What is the significance of Sybil Birling’s last name?

Answer 15

Her last name, ‘Birling’, symbolizes her connection to the upper class and her family’s wealth.

Question 16

True or False: Sybil Birling acknowledges her role in Eva Smith’s death.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling believes that people should take care of their ________.

Answer 17

own

Question 18

How does Sybil Birling’s character contrast with her daughter Sheila’s character?

Answer 18

Unlike her mother, Sheila shows remorse and is willing to change her views.

Question 19

What is Sybil Birling’s reaction to the revelation that the Inspector may not be a real police officer?

Answer 19

She becomes relieved and dismissive of the events that transpired.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which of the following traits best describes Sybil Birling?
A) Compassionate
B) Arrogant
C) Humble

Answer 20

B) Arrogant

Question 21

What does Sybil Birling say about charity?

Answer 21

She believes that charity should be given to those who are ‘deserving’ and not to those who are ‘undeserving’ like Eva Smith.

Question 22

True or False: Sybil Birling is supportive of social change.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What does the Inspector’s visit reveal about Sybil Birling’s character?

Answer 23

It reveals her hypocrisy and lack of empathy towards those less fortunate.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling’s attitude reflects the ________ values of the time.

Answer 24

capitalist

Question 25

How does Sybil Birling’s character contribute to the play’s themes?

Answer 25

Her character exemplifies the themes of social responsibility and the consequences of selfishness.