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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act Two, pp. 38-47.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Arthur offer Gerald?
(a) Some whiskey.
(b) A cigarette.
(c) A cigar.
(d) A beer.

2. Why does Inspector Goole suggest the Brumley Women’s Charity Organization refused to help Mrs. Birling?
(a) Because Sheila got her fired from Milward's.
(b) Because Mrs. Birling did not need help.
(c) Because of Sybil's influence.
(d) Because Arthur fired her from his company.

3. Why does Arthur say he fired Eva Smith?
(a) She was a bad worker.
(b) He didn't fire her; she quit.
(c) He had an affair with her.
(d) She was one of the organizers of the strike.

4. How does Inspector Goole says Eva Smith died?
(a) Alone.
(b) Surrounded by her family.
(c) “In misery and agony” (29).
(d) In peace.

5. Who does Arthur say he plays golf with regularly?
(a) A police detective.
(b) The chief of police.
(c) The mayor.
(d) An alderman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Sybil say is to blame for Mrs. Birling’s suicide?

2. Who does Sheila call the “wonderful Fairy Prince” (37)?

3. Why does Sheila say she could not feel sorry for Eva Smith?

4. How much money does Arthur say Eva Smith and her coworkers were averaging in his employment?

5. Why does Sheila say she now feels she can never go to Milward’s again?

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