Arthur Birling Academic Article

According to the discussion piece, what was Priestley's aim for his play to succeed?

• To persuade the aristocracy to support his views

• To sway the relatively prosperous and upwardly mobile middle classes

• To gain support from the working-class population

• To encourage the electorate to maintain the status quo

What is the significance of the 'fairly large suburban' setting in the opening Stage Direction of Priestley's play?

• It represents the land of the aristocracy and their grand estates

• It symbolizes the wealth and power of the upper class

• It reflects the living conditions of the middle manager and the middle classes of the 1930s

• It is meant to depict the rural lifestyle of the working class

What is the author's critique regarding Arthur Birling's portrayal in the BBC version of the play?

• Arthur Birling is shown as too disconnected from the middle class

• Arthur Birling is depicted as too aristocratic and unrelatable

• Arthur Birling is not special and is a figure that the audience can relate to

• Arthur Birling's accent is not true to the time period

According to the text, what is the author's opinion on the character Gerald's behavior?

• It is commendable and shows his social responsibility.

• It is displayed for all to see as an example of social bigotry.

• It is irrelevant to the play's message.

• It is praised for being forward-thinking and modern.

What is the author's perspective on the character Sybil?

• She is a dynamic character that represents change.

• She is the most interesting character in the play.

• She embodies the stereotype of Upper-Class disdain for others.

• She is a symbol of the younger generation's views.

What does the author suggest about the younger generation's view on social change?

• They are indifferent to the concept of social change.

• They are resistant to social change like the older generation.

• They see the need for change and are ready to embrace it.

• They believe social change is not necessary.

What is the author's stance on gender in the context of social responsibility?

• Gender is the most important aspect when considering social responsibility.

• Gender should be ignored in discussions of social responsibility.

• Gender defines one's ability to be socially responsible.

• Gender roles should be reinforced to ensure social advancement.