Eva Smith/Daisy Renton

• Who is Eva Smith/Daisy Renton in the play?

  A central yet unseen character
• What does Eva Smith represent in the play?

  Working-class women exploited by society
• How does Priestley use Eva as a symbol?

  To critique class inequality and social responsibility
• What are the key aspects of Eva's symbolism?

  • Represents working class struggles
  • Name "Eva" suggests universality
  • "Smith" emphasizes anonymity
  • "Daisy Renton" implies beauty and exploitation
• How is Eva portrayed as a moral victim?

  She suffers from the Birlings' and Gerald's actions
• What qualities does Eva exhibit despite her hardships?

  Dignity, principle, and hard work
• What does Eva's unseen presence signify in the play?

  Her representation of the voiceless and marginalized
• What action does Mr. Birling take against Eva?

  He fires her from his factory
• Why does Mr. Birling dismiss Eva?

  She led a strike for fair wages
• What does Sheila Birling do to Eva at Milwards?

  She has her dismissed out of jealousy
• How does Sheila feel about her actions towards Eva later?

  She regrets her actions and accepts responsibility
• What does Gerald Croft provide to Eva when she is Daisy Renton?

  Temporary support and companionship
• How is Gerald's relationship with Eva characterized?

  It is exploitative and unsustainable
• What does Eric Birling do to Eva?

  Exploits her sexually while drunk
• How does Eric show guilt towards Eva?

  He steals money to support her
• What does Mrs. Birling do when Eva seeks help?

  Denies her charity and dismisses her
• What does Mrs. Birling's attitude towards Eva reveal?

  A lack of empathy and understanding
• How is Eva characterized in terms of her work ethic?

  She is hardworking and loyal
• What does Eva refuse from Gerald after their relationship ends?

  His financial support
• How does Eva maintain her dignity?

  By not resorting to immoral behavior
• What does Eva's life represent in the play?

  The harm caused by systemic inequality
• What themes are highlighted through Eva's character?

  • Social Responsibility
  • Class Inequality
  • Gender Inequality
  • Morality
• What does Eva's plight illustrate about social responsibility?

  The consequences of ignoring collective responsibility
• How does Eva's struggle reflect class inequality?

  She is mistreated by the upper class
• What vulnerabilities does Eva face as a working-class woman?

  Sexual and economic exploitation
• How does Eva's morality compare to the upper-class characters?

  She acts with more integrity than them
• What ambiguity surrounds Eva's identity?

  • Represents multiple women with similar fates
  • Inspector suggests collective guilt
  • Focus on broader social message
• How does Eva die in the play?

  By drinking strong disinfectant
• What does Eva's death symbolize?

  A warning of neglecting social responsibility
• How does Eva's death affect the Birlings?

  It catalyzes their moral reckoning
• What are key quotes about Eva in the play?

  1. Inspector: “She had a lot to say – far too much.”
  2. Sheila: “I couldn’t be sorry for her.”
  3. Inspector: “A chain of events.”
  4. Inspector: “She lies with a burnt-out inside on a slab.”
• What is the conclusion regarding Eva's character?

  • Symbol of marginalized and oppressed
  • Indictment of capitalism and class prejudice
  • Emphasizes need for collective social responsibility
• Who is Eva Smith?

  A working-class woman representing the oppressed
• What does Eva Smith symbolize?

  Consequences of social inequality and mistreatment
• What name did Eva Smith use when working at Milwards?

  Daisy Renton
• What lie did Eva tell at the charity?

  She said her name was “Mrs. Birling”
• How does Eva Smith's story connect to the play’s message?

  It shows dangers of ignoring social responsibility