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1
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What quote shows that Sheila was quite childish at first?:

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“It’s wonderful! Look- Mummy- isn’t it a beauty?” -P5

2
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Which quote shows that Sheila felt horrible for Eva’s death even before she knew she was involved?

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“How horrible!”-P17

3
Q

Which quotes shows that Sheila is honest with Inspector Goole?

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“He’s been steadily drinking too much for the last two years” -P32 and “No not really, it was my own fault.” -P25

4
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How did Sheila try to warn Sybil that Inspector already knows?

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“No he’s giving us the rope - so that we’ll hang ourselves.” -P33 and

5
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Sheila idea 1

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Early in the play Priestley makes it apparent Sheila is immature and has an easy life

6
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Sheila idea 2

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When the inspector arrives Priestley demonstrates Sheila’s gradual change

7
Q

Quote where Sheila accepts responsibility immediately?

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“I Started it”

8
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Sheila Idea 3

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After the inspector leaves, Priestley contrasts Sheila with her parents to reveal how much she has learned and her commitment to make a permanent change.