an inspector calls Flashcards
(32 cards)
What social class do the Birling family belong to in ‘An Inspector Calls’?
The Birling family belongs to the upper middle class.
True or False: In ‘An Inspector Calls’, women are portrayed as having equal rights and opportunities as men.
False
Fill in the blank: Priestley uses the character of ____ to represent the struggles of working-class women.
Eva Smith
How does Priestley present the role of women in the early 20th century?
He presents them as limited by societal expectations and dependent on men.
What does Sheila Birling’s character development symbolize?
Sheila’s development symbolizes the potential for change and the awakening of women’s awareness.
Multiple Choice: Which character in ‘An Inspector Calls’ represents traditional views of women?
C) Sybil Birling
What is the significance of the name ‘Eva Smith’?
Eva Smith represents everywoman and the collective struggles of women.
True or False: The character of Gerald Croft supports Eva Smith’s independence.
False
What does Mrs. Birling’s attitude towards Eva Smith reveal about her character?
It reveals her elitism and lack of empathy towards the lower class.
Fill in the blank: Priestley critiques the ____ of the upper classes through their treatment of women.
hypocrisy
How does the inspector’s questioning affect the female characters?
It forces them to confront their roles and responsibilities in society.
Multiple Choice: What is Sheila’s initial reaction to the inspector’s arrival?
B) She is nervous and defensive.
What does the character of Edna, the maid, represent?
She represents the unseen and unrecognized labor of women.
True or False: Priestley portrays female characters as passive and submissive.
False
What role does social responsibility play in the lives of the female characters?
It highlights their moral obligations towards others, particularly the vulnerable.
Fill in the blank: The generational divide in the Birling family reflects the changing attitudes towards _____.
gender roles
How does Priestley use dialogue to convey the attitudes of male characters towards women?
He uses condescending language and dismissive remarks.
Multiple Choice: Which character shows the most growth in understanding gender issues?
A) Sheila Birling
What does the phrase ‘I was simply defending myself’ indicate about female agency?
It reflects the limited agency women had in justifying their actions.
True or False: The play suggests that women’s roles are static and unchangeable.
False
What does Priestley suggest about the future of women’s rights through the ending of the play?
He suggests that there is hope for progress and change.
Fill in the blank: The character of ____ embodies the changing views on women’s independence in the play.
Sheila Birling
How does the inspector’s final speech relate to the theme of gender equality?
It emphasizes the need for collective responsibility, including towards women.
Multiple Choice: Which event significantly impacts the female characters in the play?
C) The death of Eva Smith
