Young Vs Old quotes

Question 1

What side is Gerald Croft on in terms of responsibility?

Answer 1

Gerald Croft is caught in the middle, being neither very young nor old. In the end he sides with the older generation, perhaps because his aristocratic roots influence him to want to keep the status quo and protect his own interests.

Question 2

A3 - MRS B - ashamed

ERIC - both

Answer 2

Mrs Birling: ‘Eric, I’m absolutely ashamed of you.’

Eric: ‘Well, I don’t blame you. But don’t forget I’m ashamed of you as well - yes both of you’

Analysis: his quote shows that Mrs Birling still hasn’t accepted any responsibility but Eric has, conveying the contrasting morals between generations.

Question 3

A3 - learn

Answer 3

SHEILA

‘You began to learn something. And now you’ve stopped’

Question 4

A3 - generation

Answer 4

BIRLING

‘the famous younger generation who know it all’