ACT 1

• How does Mr. Burling view the engagement between Sheila and Gerald?

  As a business transaction for his company
• What does Mr. Burling say about Crofts Limited?

  They are older and bigger than Burling Company
• What does Sheila's need for the engagement ring symbolize?

  Her superficiality and need for validation
• What mistaken belief does Mr. Burling express about the Titanic?

  That it is unsinkable
• How does the audience perceive Mr. Burling's statements about the future?

  As misguided and naive
• What does Priestly believe is essential for society?

  A sense of community
• How is Mrs. Burling described in the early conversations?

  As cold and absent
• What is the inspector's purpose for visiting the Burling family?

  To investigate a young lady's suicide
• How does Mr. Burling react to the inspector's authority?

  He tries to assert his social status
• What shocking detail does the inspector reveal about the young lady's death?

  She committed suicide by drinking disinfectant
• How does Mr. Burling justify firing Eva Smith?

  He claims she was a ringleader in a strike
• What does Mr. Burling's attitude towards Eva Smith reveal about him?

  He prioritizes money and status over lives
• What does Sheila do when she learns about Eva's sacking?

  She feels very sorry for her actions
• How does Sheila's perception of Eva change during the inspector's questioning?

  She becomes upset and recognizes her role
• What does the inspector's control over the situation signify?

  His authority and the unfolding truth
• What does Sheila's complaint about Eva lead to?

  Eva being sacked from Milwood
• What name does Eva Smith adopt after being sacked?

  Daisy Renton
• How does Gerald react upon hearing Eva's new name?

  He shows immediate recognition and concern
• What does the ending of Act One foreshadow?

  Gerald's involvement will be revealed
• What does the inspector's final word at the end of Act One imply?

  It emphasizes the mystery of Eva's life
• In what year is "An Inspector Calls" set?

  1912
• How is Inspector Goole introduced in the play?

  With a sharp ring
• What does the inspector's questioning reveal about the characters?

  It shows their interconnectedness and moral failings
• Why is the audience never shown the photograph?

  To maintain mystery and focus on characters
• What leads to Eva's dismissal from Milwood?

  Sheila's jealousy and complaint
• How does the inspector contrast with Mr. Burling?

  He is direct and unfazed by status
• How is Gerald Croft portrayed in the play?

  As a conflicted character
• What is the inspector's role in the play?

  To challenge characters' moral compasses
• What themes does the play explore?

  Guilt, accountability, and social responsibility