Inspector Calls Quotes

Question 1

Quote from Mr Birling showing he is overly confident and believes nothing can go wrong.

Answer 1

“The Titanic – she’s unsinkable, absolutely unsinkable.” keyword “unsinkable” - it is an adjective. This shows how the upper class felt untouchable and secure. Theme social class

Question 2

quote that shows Sheila’s early actions as naive and unaware of the struggles of the lower class, enjoying her privilege without thinking about others. Theme social class

Answer 2

“You must drink to our health.” key word “drink” - which is a verb. lower classes wouldn’t have access to expensive alcohol

Question 3

Quote that shows that Mr. Birling refuses to take blame for anything. This shows his selfish attitude and how he avoids owning up to his actions.Theme selfishness

Answer 3

‘I can’t accept any responsibility’ key word can’t which is a verb

Question 4

Quote when Sheila starts to show maturity by admitting her role in Eva’s downfall, taking responsibility for her actions. These social responsibility

Answer 4

‘I know I’m to blame – and I’m desperately sorry.’ key word blame which is a noun

Question 5

Quote from Eric when acknowledges that the actions of his father (and others) contributed to Eva’s death, accepting his part in the tragedy. Theme social responsibility

Answer 5

“The girl’s death is due to him.’ key word death- noun

Question 6

quote when The Inspector points out that Eva’s tragedy is not unique and that there are many others suffering in the same way, showing the widespread effect of selfishness in society. Theme social reposnsibility

Answer 6

“There are millions and millions of Eva Smiths and John Smiths still left with us.” key word millions which is a plural noun

Question 7

when Eric feels guilty about not remembering what happened, showing his responsibility and regret for his actions toward Eva- theme love and responsibility

Answer 7

“I didn’t even remember – that’s the hellish thing.” hellish adjective

Question 8

Quote to show Mrs. Birling refuses to see her own fault in what happened to Eva, instead blaming the victim, showing how selfish and uncaring she is

Answer 8

“I blame the girl. She only had herself to blame.” key word blame which is a verb