Sybil Birling- character profile

• What is Sybil Birling proud of?

  Her reputation and social status
• What does Sybil prioritize over moral rules?

  Rules of etiquette and reputation
• How does Sybil's belief about social zones affect her behavior?

  It makes her prejudiced against lower classes
• What is Sybil's reaction to Eva/Daisy's appeal for help?

  She rejects it to preserve her status
• What does Sybil say to Eva/Daisy regarding her actions?

  "I did nothing I'm ashamed of."
• How does Sybil view her husband Arthur's eating habits?

  She criticizes him for eating too much
• What does Sybil remind her family about manners?

  To have better manners in public
• How does Sybil respond to the Inspector's authority?

  She asserts he has no power over her
• What does Sybil believe about people from lower classes?

  They have lower standards than her own
• How does Sybil's prejudice affect her judgment of the Inspector's questions?

  It leads her into his trap about blame
• Who does Sybil blame for Eva/Daisy's suicide?

  She blames the father of the unborn child
• What is Sybil's role in the Brumley Women's Charity Organisation?

  She decides who is "deserving" of help
• How does Sybil react to Eva/Daisy pretending to have higher social feelings?

  She is outraged and offended
• What does the Inspector's statement about social responsibility contrast with Sybil's actions?

  Sybil only cares for her own class
• How does Sybil respond to her son's alcoholism?

  She is self-centred and dismissive
• What does Sybil claim about her responsibility for her actions?

  She accepts no blame at all
• How does Sybil's tone in the play reflect her character?

  It is severe and superior throughout
• What does Sybil do in the final moments of the play?


  She smiles and feels amused
• What are the key characteristics of Sybil Birling's personality?

  • Proud of her social status
  • Holds traditional values
  • Prejudiced against lower classes
  • Self-centred and dismissive
  • Uses influence for personal gain
• What are the main themes related to Sybil Birling's character?

  • Social responsibility vs. self-interest
  • Prejudice and class distinctions
  • The impact of social status on morality
• How does Sybil's attitude towards charity reflect her character?

  • Supports only "deserving cases"
  • Uses authority to reject appeals
  • Unwilling to help those she deems unworthy
• How does Sybil's character remain unchanged throughout the play?

  • Dismisses her son's issues
  • Refuses to accept responsibility
  • Focuses on maintaining control and status