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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act One, pp. 16-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Inspector Goole say was the original name of the young woman who committed suicide?
(a) Sheila Birling.
(b) Mrs. Birling.
(c) Daisy Renton.
(d) Eva Smith.

2. Why does Arthur say he refused Eva Smith and her coworkers’ request for a raise?
(a) Because he has a “duty to keep labor costs down” (17).
(b) Because they were bad workers.
(c) Because he never gives raises.
(d) Because he couldn't afford it.

3. Who does Inspector Goole refuse to allow to see the photograph of Eva Smith?
(a) Eric and Sheila.
(b) Eric and Gerald.
(c) Gerald and Sheila.
(d) Sybil and Sheila.

4. Why does Sheila say she could not feel sorry for Eva Smith?
(a) Eva Smith seemed like she had money.
(b) Eva Smith was very pretty.
(c) Eva Smith “looked as if she could take care of herself” (25).
(d) Eva Smith looked better in the dress than Sheila did.

5. To whom does Inspector Goole speak first when he enters?
(a) Sheila.
(b) Arthur.
(c) Gerald.
(d) Sybil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Inspector Goole say has happened?

2. What did Sheila ask the manager of Milward’s to do?

3. What does Sheila think of Arthur’s decision to fire Eva Smith?

4. Who enters the room when Inspector Goole is questioning Arthur about Eva Smith?

5. What does Sheila say Eva Smith did to her at Milward’s?

(see the answer key)

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