Quotation Quiz: Mrs Birling

Question 1

Stage directions: the words introduce the theme of class and snobbery as well as a lack of compassion for those who need it

Answer 1

‘ cold’
‘Social superior’ of Mr Birling

Question 2

1. She admits to being… against Eva
2. Feels contempt towards the working class

Answer 2

‘Prejudice’
‘Girls of that class’

Question 3

Mrs Birling refuses to feel guilty for her involvement

Answer 3

‘ I told him quite plainly that I though I had done no more than my duty’

Question 4

Mrs Birling unknowingly blames her son Eric who had got Eva pregnant

Dramatic irony is used here to high ten the tension and exits the audience

Answer 4

‘ go and look for the father of the child. It is his responsibility’

Question 5

Refuses to accept responsibility for her actions

Answer 5

‘ I did nothing I am ashamed of’