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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 do Gerald and Sheila say about Alderman Joe Meggarty?
(a) That he sexually harasses women.
(b) That he frequents prostitutes.
(c) That he may receive a knighthood.
(d) That he is not a real alderman.

2. Who does Edna say is at the door?
(a) A police detective.
(b) A knight.
(c) An alderman.
(d) Lord Mayor.

3. Who does Sybil say is to blame for Mrs. Birling’s suicide?
(a) Eric and Gerald.
(b) Mrs. Birling and the father of her child.
(c) Arthur and Eric.
(d) Eric and Sheila.

4. What does Inspector Goole say Eva Smith did after Arthur fired her?
(a) She went on strike.
(b) She killed herself.
(c) She changed her name.
(d) She went to the seaside for two months.

5. What information does Inspector Goole reveal about Mrs. Birling?
(a) That she had an affair.
(b) That she was fired.
(c) That she was pregnant.
(d) That her parents are dead.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who reenters after Inspector Goole finishes questioning Sheila?

2. Why does Arthur ask Sheila if she is listening?

3. For how long does Sheila say Eric has been drinking too much?

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

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

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