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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act Three, pp. 48-57.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Sybil attribute Eric’s mood?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Lack of sleep.
(c) Impertinence.
(d) Jealousy.

2. Why does Eric say he did not ask Arthur for the money?
(a) Because he has already stolen it.
(b) Because he felt he could not talk to his father.
(c) Because he did not believe his father had the money.
(d) Because he wanted to raise it himself.

3. How does Gerald respond when Sheila asks him if he was in love with Daisy Renton?
(a) He is evasive.
(b) He says he loves only Sheila.
(c) He denies it.
(d) He changes the subject.

4. What does Eric say Sybil and Sheila are doing in the next room?
(a) Designing wedding invitations.
(b) Trying on clothes.
(c) Planning the wedding.
(d) Talking about clothes.

5. What does Gerald do after Inspector Goole finishes questioning him?
(a) Smoke a cigar.
(b) Smoke a cigarette.
(c) Have a drink.
(d) Take a walk.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Eric try to resolve Mrs. Birling’s pregnancy?

2. What does Inspector Goole say was the original name of the young woman who committed suicide?

3. What do Gerald and Sheila say about Alderman Joe Meggarty?

4. Why did Mrs. Birling not want to continue taking money from the father of her child?

5. Why does Sybil become agitated at the end of Act II?

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