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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Who is Meggarty? (from Act Two, pages 28 - 40)

One of Birling's most loyal customers.

A local politician known for upright behavior, but who is referenced as being around prostitutes.

A local priest known for upright behavior, but who is referenced as being around prostitutes.

One of Gerald's best friends.

2.

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)

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 Eva Smith’s death as important or meaningful.

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

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

3.

What are the parallels between what Eva / Daisy asked Birling and what she asked Mrs. Birling? (from Act Two, pages 40 – 47)

In both cases, Eva / Daisy was asking for help in getting her job back at Milward's.

In both cases, Eva / Daisy was asking for help in improving the circumstances of her life.

In both cases, Eva / Daisy was asking for help in convincing Gerald to marry her.

In both cases, Eva / Daisy was asking for help in finding the father of her child.

4.

Which character tells Sheila that a frequently absent husband is a consequence of being married to a businessman? (from Act One, pages 5 – 13)

Eric.

Gerald.

Mrs. Birling.

Mr. Birling.

5.

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

Eric.

Eva.

Gerald.

Edna.

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