Characters in An Inspector Calls Quiz
Test your knowledge of the characters from the play An Inspector Calls by J. B. Priestley with this Quiz.
This quiz consists of 15 questions, the first 5 are multiple choice questions, the next 10 are short answer questions. Scroll down to start the quiz.
Questions
How does Priestley initially present Mr Birling?
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Which character shows the most immediate sympathy for Eva Smith?
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What is Mrs Birling’s role in society?
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Which character had a relationship with Eva Smith under the name Daisy Renton?
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Who is most resistant to accepting responsibility by the end of the play?
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How does Sheila Birling change throughout the play?
Sheila changes from a naive, selfish character to a socially aware and responsible one who accepts blame for her actions.
In what ways does Priestley present Mr Birling as a symbol of capitalism?
Mr Birling is presented as profit-driven, dismissive of workers’ rights, and focused on individual success rather than social responsibility.
How is Eric Birling presented as both a victim and a perpetrator?
Eric is a perpetrator through his treatment of Eva, but also a victim of his upbringing and lack of parental guidance.
What is the significance of Inspector Goole as a character?
Inspector Goole represents morality and social conscience, possibly acting as Priestley’s voice to challenge the audience.
How does Priestley use Mrs Birling to criticise social class and prejudice?
Mrs Birling is portrayed as cold and judgemental, using her status to deny help to those she sees as beneath her.
How does Gerald Croft differ from the Birling family in his response to the Inspector?
Gerald shows some remorse but ultimately returns to his old attitudes, unlike Sheila and Eric who change more permanently.
How is Eva Smith presented through the other characters’ descriptions of her?
Eva Smith is presented as hardworking, vulnerable, and exploited, representing the suffering of the working class.
How does Priestley use generational differences between characters?
Younger characters (Sheila and Eric) are more open to change, while older characters resist responsibility and deny blame.
To what extent is Sheila a moral voice in the play?
Sheila challenges her parents, supports the Inspector, and encourages others to accept responsibility, making her a moral voice.
Which character do you think changes the least, and why?
Mr Birling changes the least, as he remains focused on reputation and refuses to learn from the Inspector’s message.
