AIC - Eric Flashcards
(19 cards)
Quote that shows the effect of alcoholism on Eric
“[uneasily] I’m sorry - but you see -“
“I was in that state when a chap easily turns nasty”
Quote that shows Eric standing up to his parents
“It isn’t if you can’t go and work somewhere else” (talking about Eva)
“He could’ve kept her on instead of throwing her out”
“Why shouldn’t they try for higher wages? We try for the highest possible prices”
Quote to show his immaturity
“She’s got a nasty temper sometimes”
“Suddenly I felt I just had to laugh”
Quote to show his abuse of power
“I threatened to make a row”
“About £50 all told” ( money=power)
Quote to show how Eric changed by the end
“It’s what happened to the girl and what we all did to her that matters” (showing maturity)
Quote to show responsibility
“The fact remains that I did what I did”
“I don’t blame you” (for his parents being ashamed)
What was Eric’s motive to start sleeping with Eva Smith
Drunkenness initially
Desire to emulate the ‘figures’ around him
What was the consequence of Erics actions for Eva
Pregnancy
Reliant financially
Unable to work
What was the consequence of sleeping with Eva for Eric
Committed theft + rape
Future child to care for
Emotionally attached
What is the function of Eric’s drinking problem in the play
It highlights his personal struggles
Foreshadows his actions
Shows he feels guilt for his actions and is drinking to ‘forget’
What is the function of Eric stealing for his father in the play
Demonstrates Hypocrisy
Moral Exposure of the Upper Class
Highlights the mistrust in the family
What is the function of Eric being the father of Eva’s baby in the play
Strengthens the Theme of Responsibility
Social Hypocrisy and Double Standards
What is the function of Eric confessing for his crime in the play
This aligns him with his sister as they both accept responsibility. “The fact remains, I did what I did”.
What is the function of Eric having a poor relationship with his parents in the play
Highlights issues in society
Foreshadowing Eric’s actions
Demonstrates Eric’s emotional vulnerability
What is the function of Eric not being shown a photo of Eva by the inspector in the play
It builds suspense and anticipation around Eric’s potential involvement, hints at his deeper guilt, and ultimately allows for a more impactful reveal of his role in Eva’s death.
Finish the quote:
I was in that _____ when a _____ easily turns _____
State
Chap
Nasty
Finish the quote:
I threatened to ____ _ ___
Make a row
Finish the quote:
Your not the kind of ______ a ____ could go to when their in _______
Father
Chap
Trouble
At what point does Eric re-enter and why is this dramatic
He enters at the very end of act two. It is dramatic as Mrs Birling is just talking about the consequences the father of Eva’s child should face and that he is to blame for her suicide
