Act 2

• What is the title of the video series discussed?

  An Inspector Calls
• Where can Mr Bruff's guide to An Inspector Calls be found?

  Mr bru.com and Amazon
• What does Act Two begin with in the play?

  The inspector repeating his one-word question
• Who does the inspector's question target at the beginning of Act Two?

  Gerald
• What does Gerald try to prevent Sheila from hearing?

  The details of his affair with Eva
• What point does Priestly raise about women in the play?

  Women can withstand trauma and learn
• What does the inspector emphasize regarding responsibility?

  The idea of shared responsibility
• How does Sheila feel about her guilt?

  Sheila feels she should not be alone
• What does Mrs. Burling notice about Sheila during the revelations?

  Sheila is upset and affected
• What does the inspector say about young people?

  They are more impressionable
• What does Mrs. Burling refuse to acknowledge about Eric?

  That he drinks too much
• How does Gerald's relationship with Eva begin?

  He meets her at the Palace Variety Theatre
• What does Gerald notice about Daisy compared to other women?

  She has a youthful, innocent look
• What does Gerald do when he first sees Daisy?

  He helps her out of harassment
• What does Gerald learn about Daisy's employment history?

  She was sacked from Burling and Milwood
• What does Gerald claim about his relationship with Daisy?

  He didn't ask for anything in return
• How does Gerald feel about his love for Daisy?

  He is unclear about his feelings
• What does the inspector reveal about Eva's diary?

  She went to the seaside to think
• What does Sheila do with the engagement ring?

  She hands it back to Gerald
• How does Mrs. Burling react to the photograph of Eva?

  She claims not to recognize her
• What does Mr. Burling demand from the inspector?

  An apology
• What key message does Priestly convey through the inspector?

  Social responsibility is crucial
• What does Sheila recap during the play?

  The chain of events leading to Eva's death
• What does Mrs. Burling admit about Eva's visit to the charity organization?

  She saw Eva two weeks ago
• How does Mrs. Burling react to Eva's request for help?

  She refuses help due to pride
• What does Mrs. Burling believe about Eva's marital status?

  She thinks Eva is pretending to be married
• What does the inspector reveal about Eva's pregnancy?

  She was pregnant at the time of death
• How does Mr. Burling react to the news of the pregnancy?

  He worries about his reputation
• What does Mrs. Burling suggest about the responsibility for Eva's situation?

  She blames her husband and daughter
• What does the inspector suggest about the money given to Eva?

  It may have been stolen
• How does Mrs. Burling show her lack of remorse?

  She refuses to accept any wrongdoing
• What does Sheila realize about Eric's role?

  She understands he is involved in the events
• Who arrives at the end of Act Two?

  Eric
• What are the key themes presented in Act Two of An Inspector Calls?

  • Shared responsibility
  • Social responsibility
  • The impact of class and privilege
  • The role of women in society
  • The consequences of actions
• How do the characters of Mr. and Mrs. Burling reflect the themes of the play?

  • They prioritize social status over morality
  • They show a lack of empathy for others
  • They refuse to accept responsibility for their actions
  • Their selfishness leads to tragic consequences
• What is the significance of the inspector's character in the play?

  • Represents social conscience
  • Challenges the characters' moral beliefs
  • Forces characters to confront their actions
  • Highlights the theme of collective responsibility
• How does the relationship between Gerald and Daisy evolve throughout the play?

  • Begins with attraction and care
  • Develops into a complex emotional bond
  • Ends with regret and recognition of guilt
  • Reflects the broader themes of class and morality
• What role does Sheila play in the development of the plot?

  • Represents the younger generation's awareness
  • Challenges her parents' views on responsibility
  • Acts as a catalyst for change in the family
  • Demonstrates growth and understanding of guilt