mrs birling Flashcards

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1
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What is Mrs. Birling’s full name?

A

Sybil Birling

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True or False: Mrs. Birling is the mother of the Birling family.

A

True

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3
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What social class does Mrs. Birling belong to?

A

Upper middle class

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4
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Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling is described as a __________ woman.

A

cold

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5
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What organization is Mrs. Birling involved with?

A

The Brumley Women’s Charity Organization

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6
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True or False: Mrs. Birling shows compassion towards Eva Smith.

A

False

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7
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What is Mrs. Birling’s attitude towards the working class?

A

She looks down on them.

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8
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Multiple choice: What does Mrs. Birling believe about her social status? A) It makes her superior B) It makes her inferior C) It has no impact

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A) It makes her superior

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9
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How does Mrs. Birling react to the Inspector’s questioning?

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She is defensive and dismissive.

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10
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Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling blames __________ for the death of Eva Smith.

A

the father of Eva’s child

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11
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What does Mrs. Birling prioritize over morality?

A

Social reputation

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12
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True or False: Mrs. Birling accepts any responsibility for her actions.

A

False

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13
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What does Mrs. Birling believe about her family’s reputation?

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It must be protected at all costs.

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How does Mrs. Birling view her husband’s role in society?

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She supports his authoritative position.

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Multiple choice: What is Mrs. Birling’s stance on charity? A) It is essential B) It should be controlled C) It is unnecessary

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B) It should be controlled

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16
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What does Mrs. Birling’s character represent in the play?

A

The hypocrisy of the upper class

17
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Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling tries to exert __________ over her children.

18
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True or False: Mrs. Birling acknowledges her family’s faults.

19
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What is Mrs. Birling’s reaction to the Inspector’s final revelation?

A

She is shocked but remains unrepentant.

20
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How does Mrs. Birling view the Inspector?

A

She sees him as an unwelcome intruder.

21
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What key theme does Mrs. Birling’s character contribute to?

A

Social responsibility

22
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What does Mrs. Birling’s character illustrate about gender roles?

A

She embodies traditional views of women’s roles.

23
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Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling believes that __________ should not be involved in charity.

A

people of lower status

24
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What is Mrs. Birling’s relationship with her son Eric?

A

She is critical and disapproving.

25
Multiple choice: How does Mrs. Birling react when confronted with the truth? A) She accepts it B) She denies it C) She apologizes
B) She denies it
26
True or False: Mrs. Birling believes in the importance of community.
False
27
What does Mrs. Birling say about the father of Eva's child?
She insists he should take responsibility.
28
Fill in the blank: Mrs. Birling is often described as __________.
self-righteous
29
What does Mrs. Birling's character reveal about the attitudes of the time?
It reveals the prevalent class prejudices.
30
How does Mrs. Birling view her daughter Sheila's engagement?
She is proud and sees it as a social advantage.
31
What is Mrs. Birling's final stance after the Inspector leaves?
She remains unrepentant and dismissive of the events.