An Inspector Calls, Pages 26-27

What name did Eva Smith change to when she found another job?

• Sheila Birling

• Daisy Renton

• Eva Brown

• Geraldine Smith

Why did Eva Smith lose her job at Birling and Company?

• The strike failed.

• She was caught stealing.

• She was late to work.

• She was rude to her boss.

How does Sheila react to Gerald's knowledge of Eva Smith?

• She laughs it off.

• She is indifferent.

• She is shocked and confronts him.

• She defends him.

What can you guess about Gerald's relationship with Eva Smith?

• He never knew her.

• He was just a casual acquaintance.

• He was deeply involved with her.

• He only met her once.

How does Sheila's perception of Gerald change throughout the conversation?

• She feels sorry for him.

• She becomes more trusting of him.

• She becomes indifferent to his actions.

• She starts to see him as guilty and secretive.

If you were to write an alternate ending for this scene, what would you include?

• All of the above.

• Gerald confessing everything immediately.

• Sheila leaving the room in anger.

• The Inspector revealing more about Eva Smith's life.

Who did Gerald say he thought should be excused from questioning?

• Eric

• Sheila

• The Inspector

• Eva Smith

What does the Inspector mean by stating, "we know one young woman who wasn't"?

• He suggests that all young women are vulnerable.

• He references Eva Smith’s tragic fate.

• He implies that Sheila has been protected.

• He indicates that women need more protection.

Which of the following statements best describes Gerald's reaction to the Inspector's questioning?

• He remains calm throughout.

• He is open and honest.

• He shows no interest in the conversation.

• He becomes defensive and tries to deflect.

What is the significance of Sheila's statement, "He knows. Of course he knows"?

• It shows her trust in Gerald.

• It indicates her belief in the Inspector's authority.

• It suggests that the Inspector has more information than he reveals.

• It implies she is confused.