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• Who is the patriarch of the Birling family in "An Inspector Calls"?

  Arthur Birling
• How is Arthur Birling described in the play?

  He is described as a "heavy-looking, rather portentous man".
• What is Arthur Birling's attitude towards social responsibility?

  He believes in individual responsibility and is resistant to social change.
• What does Arthur Birling predict about the future?

  He confidently predicts that there will be no war and calls the Titanic "unsinkable".
• What is Sybil Birling's role in the Birling family?

  She is the matriarch of the Birling family and Arthur's wife.
• What are the key characteristics of Eva Smith/Daisy Renton?

  • Represents the struggles of the working class
  • A victim of the other characters' actions
  • Symbolizes social inequality and lack of responsibility
  • Her identity remains ambiguous throughout the play
• What are the key characteristics of Inspector Goole?

  • Authoritative and commands respect
  • Omniscient about the case
  • Acts as the moral compass of the play
  • Mysterious with an ambiguous identity
• What are the key characteristics of Gerald Croft?


  • Upper class from a wealthy family
  • Pragmatic and seeks practical solutions
  • Exhibits complex morality
  • Diplomatic and attempts to maintain social harmony
• What are the key characteristics of Eric Birling?

  • Alcoholic with a drinking problem
  • Irresponsible and immature
  • Conflicted with family expectations
  • Shows capacity for change and growth
• What are the key characteristics of Sheila Birling?

  • Initially naive and sheltered
  • Empathetic and shows remorse
  • Perceptive and understands the Inspector's message
  • Undergoes significant transformation
• What are the key characteristics of Sybil Birling?

  • Very conscious of her social status
  • Conservative and holds traditional values
  • Moralistic and quick to judge others
  • Charitable but from a position of superiority
• What are the key characteristics of Arthur Birling?

  • Self-made businessman
  • Capitalist who believes in free market
  • Conservative and resistant to change
  • Arrogant and makes incorrect predictions
• How does the character of Eva Smith/Daisy Renton influence the other characters?

  Her story forces the other characters to confront their moral responsibilities and the consequences of their actions.
• What does Eva Smith/Daisy Renton represent in the play?

  She represents the struggles of lower-class individuals and serves as a critique of social inequality.
• How does Inspector Goole approach questioning the Birling family?

  He systematically reveals each character's connection to Eva Smith, forcing them to confront their past actions.
• What is Inspector Goole's role in the play?

  Inspector Goole is the mysterious figure who investigates the death of Eva Smith/Daisy Renton.
• How is Gerald Croft characterized in the play?

  Gerald is described as "an attractive man about thirty" and is from an established, wealthy family.
• What is Eric Birling's relationship with alcohol?

  Eric has a drinking problem that his family tries to ignore.
• How does Sheila Birling's character develop throughout the play?

  She undergoes significant character development, becoming more empathetic and socially aware.
• What is Sheila Birling's initial characterization in the play?

  Sheila is initially portrayed as somewhat sheltered and immature.
• How does Sybil Birling demonstrate her moralistic nature?

  She quickly judges others, especially those of lower social status.
• What is Sybil Birling's attitude towards social status?

  She is very conscious of her position in society and holds traditional values.
• How is Sybil Birling characterized in the play?

  She is described as a "rather cold woman" in her early fifties.