Eric Birking

• How does Eric hide his drinking?

  To avoid judgment from others
• How do Eric Birling's traits contribute to his character complexity?

  They show he is still developing as a person
• Why does Eric want to be independent?

  To escape his family's traditional views
• What personal struggles does Eric face?

  He feels trapped by family views
• Where does Eric meet Eva Smith?

  While he is out drinking
• What does Eric offer Eva when she becomes pregnant?

  Money
• What does Eric's inner conflict represent?

  The struggle between rebellion and responsibility
• What does Eric do after feeling guilt about his actions?

  He takes responsibility for his actions
• What are the key aspects of Eric's personality shaped by his conflicts?

  • Desire for independence
  • Feelings of being trapped
  • Inner conflict between rebellion and responsibility
• What does Eric's response to the Inspector indicate about his character development?

  He is starting to mature and become accountable
• How does Eric's character change from the beginning to the end?

  He evolves from rebellious to remorseful
• What does Eric Birling's introspection reveal about his character?

  He is complex and still developing
• How does Eric feel when the Inspector reveals Eva's fate?

  He feels guilt
• What type of relationship do Eric and Eva have?

  They begin an affair
• What type of relationship does Eric have with his father?

  Control and conflict
• How does Eric respond to his father's views?

  He rebels against them
• What triggers Eric's feelings of guilt?

  The Inspector's visit
• What does Eric initially want to do regarding his family's values?

  Break away from them
• How does Eric's behavior change after the Inspector reveals Eva Smith's tragedy?

  He feels guilt and confesses his actions
• What does Eric confess to regarding Eva Smith?

  His affair and her pregnancy
• How does Eric Birling's behavior with alcohol reflect his character?

  It shows he wants to break away from tradition
• What initiates Eric's moral awakening in the play?

  His initial rebellious nature
• What struggle does Eric Birling face regarding his actions?

  He struggles to take responsibility
• What does Eric take responsibility for in the play?

  His involvement with Eva Smith
• What does Eric's journey represent in terms of personal growth?

  A powerful journey towards maturity
• What do Eric and Sheila share after learning about Eva Smith?

  A sense of guilt
• What does Eric's confession signify in terms of his character development?

  He takes responsibility for his choices
• How does Eric's character development reflect on the theme of accountability?

  He actively addresses his mistakes
• What are the key aspects of Eric's relationships with his father and sister?

  • Relationship with father: control and conflict
  • Response to father's views: rebellion
  • Relationship with Sheila: supportive
  • Shared experience: guilt over Eva Smith
  • Character development: moral awakening with Sheila's support
• Why does Eric try to hide his relationship with Eva from his family?

  He fears their judgment
• What initial character trait does Eric Birling exhibit?

  Rebellious
• What does Eric's relationship with Sheila indicate about his character development?

  He has someone to confide in during moral awakening
• What type of transformation does Eric undergo in the play?

  Complete transformation
• What does Eric's shift from introspection to facing his mistakes indicate?

  Significant character growth
• What is the nature of Eric's relationship with Sheila?

  Supportive