Eva smith

• What does the name "Smith" signify in the context of the character Eva Smith?


  It signifies her working-class roots and identity.
• How does Priestley use the name "Eva Smith" in the play?

  To symbolize the universality of suffering among the working classes.
• What effect do the adjectives "misery and agony" have on the audience's perception of Eva Smith?


  They encourage empathy and visualize her pain and suffering.
• What does the Inspector remind Sheila about Eva's death?


  That Eva "died in misery and agony - hating life".
• How does Priestley intensify Sheila's guilt in the play?


  By showing that her enjoyment of life comes at the expense of others.
• What does the name "Renton" suggest about Eva's situation?


  It suggests a connection to prostitution and her forced change in survival methods As to rent is euphemism for prostitution in early 20th century
• What does Priestley imply about Eva's moral principles through her name change?


  That she must compromise her morals to survive in a hostile society.
• How does Gerald view Eva when he describes her as "young and fresh and charming"?


  He views her with sexual intent and objectifies her.
• What connotations does the adjective "fresh" carry in relation to Eva?


  It carries connotations of desire and fertility, indicating objectification.
• What class does Eva Smith belong to?


  She is a working-class woman.
• What theme does the character of Eva Smith primarily represent?


  Exploitation of the working class.
• What does the term "impertinence" refer to in the context of claiming to be Mrs. Birling?


  It refers to a lack of respect or rudeness in making such a claim.
• what effect does never finding Eva’s identity create


  She becomes a unisversal symbol of oppression and suffering of lower class and women in early 20th century
• Exploitation key quote

  “Renton”
• Class key quotes

  -”there are millions and millions of Eva smiths and John smiths” “died in misery and agony-hating life”
• Hypocrisy key quote


  “ a girl of that sort would (not) ever refuse money”