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Flashcards in Mrs Birling Deck (10)
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1
Q

Complete the quote - “You’re behaving like a…..”

A

‘Hysterical child’

2
Q

Name a quote which shows that Sybil is judgemental towards the working class.

A

‘Girls of that class’

3
Q

Complete the quote - “You’re not the type….”

A

‘You don’t get drunk’

4
Q

Name a quote which portrays Mrs Birling as a selfish and cold person.

A

‘I did nothing I’m ashamed of.’

5
Q

Fill in the gap - “I used my …… to have it refused.”

A

‘Influence’

6
Q

Name a quote which shows that Sybil sees herself as superior to her children.

A

‘I’m talking to the Inspector now, if you don’t mind.’

7
Q

What does the quote show? - “When you’re married you’ll realise that men with important work to do sometimes have to spend all their time and energy on business.”

A

‘Shows Sybil’s acceptance of gender roles in Edwardian society.’

8
Q

Fill in the gap - “As if a girl of ……….. would ever refuse money.”

A

‘That sort’

9
Q

Name a quote which shows Sybil’s selfishness.

A

‘I think she only had herself to blame.’

10
Q

What does this quote show? - “I was the only one of you who didn’t give into him.”

A

‘Shows that she feels proud that she felt no guilt about what she did.