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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Who arrives in the aftermath of Mrs. Birling’s story? (from Act Two, pages 40 – 47)

Eva.

Edna.

Gerald.

Eric.

2.

Why is Birling concerned about Mrs. Birling’s story? (from Act Two, pages 40 – 47)

Birling is concerned that what Mrs. Birling did will look bad for the family at an inquest.

He thinks Mrs. Birling should have helped Eva.

Birling is concerned that what Mrs. Birling did will make the family look bad to Gerald's aristocratic parents.

He thinks Mrs. Birling should have asked his advice before making any decisions.

3.

What does Sheila do after hearing Gerald’s story? (from Act Two, pages 28 - 40)

She angrily tells Eric to beat him up.

She returns the engagement ring he gave her.

She tells her mother that the engagement is off, but keeps the ring.

She bursts into tears and accuses him of not loving her.

4.

Why do Birling and Mrs. Birling complain about Goole’s behavior? (from Act Three, pages 54 – 57)

They feel he was too judgmental about Sheila's behavior at Milward's.

They feel he did not show them and their status enough respect.

They feel they did not push Eric hard enough to reveal the truth about the money.

They feel he did not show Eva Smith enough respect.

5.

What does Sheila mean when she suggests that her parents are reacting to the situation as though nothing happened? (from Act Three, pages 54 – 57)

She is essentially saying that neither of her parents view Eva Smith’s death as important or meaningful.

Sheila's comment suggests that they are trying to pretend that Eva was not pregnant.

Sheila's comment suggests that they are trying to pretend that Eva is not dead.

She is essentially saying that neither of her parents view Gerald's effect on Eva Smith life as important or meaningful.

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