WorksheetsMotivations in An Inspector Calls
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What motivates Arthur Birling's actions throughout the play?
A desire to improve his family's social standing
A commitment to social justice
A need to protect his employees
A wish to support the local community
Why does Sheila Birling initially react with shock and guilt when she hears about Eva Smith's death?
She feels responsible for Eva's dismissal from Milwards
She is worried about her own reputation
She is concerned about her father's business
She is afraid of the Inspector
What is the primary motivation behind Gerald Croft's relationship with Daisy Renton?
Genuine love and affection
A desire to help someone in need
A need for companionship
A wish to rebel against his family
How does Sybil Birling's motivation to maintain her social status affect her actions in the play?
She supports Eva Smith financially
She refuses to accept any responsibility for Eva's death
She encourages her family to confess
She tries to bribe the Inspector
What motivates Eric Birling to steal money from his father's business?
A desire to start his own business
A need to support Eva Smith
A wish to impress his friends
A plan to escape his family
Why does Inspector Goole visit the Birling family?
To arrest Arthur Birling
To investigate Eva Smith's death
To offer them a business deal
To warn them about a future event
What is the significance of the Inspector's final speech?
It highlights the importance of family unity
It emphasises the need for social responsibility
It praises the Birlings for their honesty
It criticises the working class
How does Sheila's character change by the end of the play?
She becomes more selfish
She remains unchanged
She becomes more aware of social issues
She becomes more dependent on her parents
What motivates Mr. Birling to dismiss Eva Smith from his factory?
Her poor work performance
Her involvement in a workers' strike
Her theft from the company
Her personal relationship with Eric
Why does Gerald initially try to hide his relationship with Daisy Renton from the Inspector?
He is ashamed of his actions
He fears losing his job
He wants to protect Daisy's reputation
He is worried about Sheila's reaction
What is Sybil Birling's reaction when she learns about Eric's involvement with Eva Smith?
She is supportive of Eric
She is in denial and refuses to believe it
She blames Eva for seducing Eric
She immediately calls the police
How does the Inspector's questioning affect the Birling family dynamic?
It strengthens their family bonds
It causes tension and conflict among them
It leads to a family reunion
It has no effect on their relationships
What is the primary reason for Eric's drinking problem?
Pressure from his father
His guilt over Eva Smith
His desire to fit in with his peers
His romantic troubles
Why does Sheila return the engagement ring to Gerald?
She no longer loves him
She wants to end the engagement
She needs time to think about their relationship
She is angry about his affair with Daisy Renton
What does the Inspector suggest is the true cause of Eva Smith's death?
A lack of medical care
The collective actions of the Birling family
Her own poor decisions
A tragic accident
