characters

• What was Mr. Birling's role in Eva's death?

  Sacked her for asking for higher wages
• How did Mr. Birling describe Eva as a worker?

  She was a “good worker” but too outspoken
• How does Mr. Birling feel about accepting responsibility?

  He cannot accept any responsibility
• What action did Sheila take against Eva?

  Had her sacked from Milwards
• Why did Sheila have Eva sacked?

  She was furious and jealous of her
• How does Sheila feel about her role in Eva's fate?

  She accepts all blame for her actions
• What is Gerald's relationship with Eva?

  He kept her as his mistress
• What name does Gerald know Eva by?

  Daisy Renton
• How does Gerald feel about his involvement with Eva?

  He is partially upset by the situation
• What opportunity did Mrs. Birling have regarding Eva?

  She could have saved Eva through charity
• What was Mrs. Birling's response to helping Eva?

  She refused any financial help
• How does Mrs. Birling view her own actions?

  She accepts no blame for her actions
• What does Mrs. Birling say about the young man involved?

  She blames the young man for the situation
• Who is the character discussed in the study material?

  Eric Birling
• What role does Eric Birling play in Eva's death?

  He had a relationship with her and made her pregnant
• How did Eric Birling attempt to support Eva Smith?

  He stole money to try and support her
• How does Eric Birling express his feelings about Eva's death?

  He shows some remorse, stating he won't forget
• How does Eric Birling respond to blame regarding Eva's death?

  He blames others, saying "You did it, you killed her."
• What did Eric Birling offer to Eva Smith?

  He offered to marry her