Mr Birling Character Quiz

What year was the book 'Theatre Outlook' published?

• 1900

• 1947

• 1945

• 1912

Who is the author of 'Theatre Outlook'?

• Thora Hands

• JB Priestley

• Inspector Goole

• Mr. Birling

What does the drinking of port signify in the play?

• Celebration

• Wealth

• Sorrow

• Friendship

Who is Mr. Birling trying to impress by mentioning 'Finchley'?

• Eric

• Inspector Goole

• Gerald

• Mrs. Birling

What does Mr. Birling's speech during the engagement meal focus on?

• The importance of family

• His fondness of his future son-in-law

• Economic future of the country

• His love for his daughter

How does Priestley use dramatic irony in the play?

• By making Mr. Birling always correct

• By showing Mr. Birling's predictions as accurate

• By revealing Mr. Birling's opinions as incorrect

• By having Mr. Birling predict future events

What ideology does Mr. Birling represent?

• Anarchism

• Communism

• Capitalism

• Socialism

What is the cause of Eva Smith's death according to the play?

• Mr. Birling's kindness

• Eric's actions

• Inspector Goole's investigation

• Mr. Birling's capitalist agenda

What does Mr. Birling prioritize over family and people?

• Friendship

• Wealth accumulation

• Social status

• Love

Who is more open to socialist ideas according to Priestley?

• The younger generation

• Mr. Birling

• Inspector Goole

• The older generation