Sybil Birling Quotes Flashcards

1
Q

What does Sybil Birling say about responsibility?

A

She believes that individuals are not responsible for others’ actions.

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2
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True or False: Sybil Birling shows empathy towards Eva Smith.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling refers to the lower class as ‘________.’

A

impertinent

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4
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What is Sybil Birling’s attitude towards charity?

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She believes charity should be given to those who deserve it, not to those who are ‘undeserving.’

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5
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What does Sybil Birling say about her family’s social status?

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She is proud of their higher social status and believes it sets them apart.

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

A

She is defensive and dismissive.

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7
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Multiple Choice: What does Sybil Birling accuse the Inspector of being? A) A fraud B) A liar C) A socialist D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

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What is Sybil Birling’s role in the charity organization?

A

She is the chairwoman.

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9
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True or False: Sybil Birling believes that she did everything she could to help Eva Smith.

A

True

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10
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What does Sybil Birling imply about the working class?

A

She implies that they are morally inferior.

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Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling calls the Inspector a ‘________.’

A

policeman

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What does Sybil Birling say when she learns about the Inspector’s true identity?

A

She is shocked and refuses to accept the Inspector’s authority.

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13
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Multiple Choice: What is Sybil Birling’s first reaction to the news of the death? A) Grief B) Indifference C) Anger D) Guilt

A

B) Indifference

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How does Sybil Birling view her husband’s opinions on the situation?

A

She believes he is too lenient and naive.

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What does Sybil Birling say about the family’s reputation?

A

She is highly concerned about maintaining their social reputation.

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16
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True or False: Sybil Birling accepts her share of the blame for Eva Smith’s death.

A

False

17
Q

What does Sybil Birling express about young people?

A

She believes they are ‘silly’ and ‘foolish.’

18
Q

Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling believes in ‘________’ over ‘social responsibility.’

A

individualism

19
Q

What phrase does Sybil Birling use to describe the Inspector’s questioning?

A

She calls it ‘a piece of gross impertinence.’

20
Q

Multiple Choice: How does Sybil Birling refer to her son Eric? A) A disappointment B) A good boy C) A drunkard D) A leader

A

A) A disappointment

21
Q

What does Sybil Birling think about the concept of guilt?

A

She does not believe she has any guilt regarding her actions.

22
Q

True or False: Sybil Birling is a strong advocate for women’s rights.

A

False

23
Q

How does Sybil Birling react to the idea of a socialist society?

A

She strongly opposes it.

24
Q

What does Sybil Birling say to dismiss the Inspector’s claims?

A

She states that she does not believe his story.

25
Q

Fill in the blank: Sybil Birling believes that people should be ‘________.’

A

responsible for themselves

26
Q

What is Sybil Birling’s final stance on the events that transpired?

A

She remains unrepentant and believes she did nothing wrong.