eva

• What is the name of the character discussed in the video?

  Eva Smith
• Why is Eva Smith considered an important character in the play?

  She represents the struggles of the working class.
• What are the different names that Eva Smith goes by in the play?

  • Eva Smith
  • Daisy Renton
  • Mrs. Birling
• What type of woman is Eva Smith described as?

  She is a young, pretty working-class woman.
• What jobs did Eva Smith hold during her lifetime?

  She worked at Mr. Birling's factory and as a shop assistant at Millwoods.
• What does Eva's dismissal from her jobs suggest about her treatment?

  It suggests that her dismissal was unfair and indicative of class discrimination.
• How does Eva Smith's life end in the play?

  Her life ends in suicide due to the actions of the Birling family and Gerald.
• What is the significance of Eva's name, "Eva Smith"?

  • "Eva" links to Eve from the Christian creation story, suggesting purity.
  • "Smith" is a common surname, representing her working-class status.
• What does the name "Daisy Renton" symbolize in relation to Eva Smith?

  • "Daisy" represents beauty and commonness, like flowers.
  • "Renton" hints at her social class and inability to own property.
• What does the inspector's statement about Eva's death evoke in the audience?

  It evokes pity due to the tragic circumstances of her death.
• What does the term "ringleader" imply about Eva's character?

  It implies that she was a strong advocate for her peers and stood up against injustice.
• How does the inspector describe Eva's physical appearance?

  He describes her as being 24 years old and very pretty.
• What does the use of past perfect tense in the inspector's description of Eva suggest?

  It emphasizes that her beauty and life are irrevocably lost.
• What does Eva's act of changing her name signify?

  It signifies her attempt to escape her past and improve her future.
• How is Eva portrayed in Gerald's recollection of their interaction?

  She is portrayed as lonely and desperate for companionship.
• What does Eva's response to Gerald's advances reveal about her character?

  It reveals her vulnerability and the power dynamics at play.
• What does Eva's statement about not wanting to marry Eric suggest about her values?

  It suggests that she values love over financial security.
• How does the inspector's final speech about Eva Smith reflect on the working class?

  It highlights the widespread suffering and insignificance of working-class individuals.
• What are Priestley's intentions in portraying Eva Smith's character?

  • To represent the struggles of the working class.
  • To criticize the middle and upper classes for their treatment of the working class.
  • To encourage the audience to reflect on their actions and responsibilities.
• How does Eva's lack of dialogue in the play symbolize her character's situation?

  • It highlights her lack of power and voice.
  • It emphasizes the focus on the middle and upper classes.
  • It suggests the systemic oppression of the working class.
• What is suggested by Eva's journey from optimism to defeat?

  It suggests the crushing impact of class discrimination on individuals.
• What could a student do to better understand Eva Smith's character?

  Create a timeline of her life with key quotations and descriptive words.
• What should students remember to do while revising?

  Take frequent short breaks to avoid burnout.
• What is the significance of the phrase "millions and millions of Eva Smiths"?

  It emphasizes the widespread nature of class discrimination and its victims.