Sheila and Eric (Part 2)

In this lesson, we will explore how Priestley presents the character of Eric Birling. We will explore how our sympathies towards Eric develop in the play, as well as revisiting contextual information about traditional gender roles in the Edwardian era. This lesson makes reference to the topics of suicide and violence, as well as sexual exploitation and violence. If these issues are sensitive for you, we recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting, or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Who becomes Priestley's mouthpiece after The Inspector leaves?

Eric Sheila Mr Birling Gerald

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Q2.What is the definition of 'privileged'?

Someone who is happy with their life and is a good role model. Someone who is critical of those that have less money and opportunity in life. Someone who has advantages in life because of their wealth or high social class. Someone who has disadvantages in life because of their wealth or high social class.

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Q3.What is the definition of 'enlightened'?

Developing compassion through learning how to be sympathetic. Developing clear understanding usually through gaining knowledge. Learning to be open-minded by thinking of others. Learning how to be more independent by working on your own.

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Q4.Which adjectives describe Sheila at the end of the play?

emotional, miserable, difficult compassionate, mature, assertive superficial, callous, spoilt victimised, weak, unhappy

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Q5.What support was available in 1912 for working class women if they did not have a job?

They could be supported by the government. They would be supported by their families. They would be supported by the rich. There was no government support.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.Who becomes Priestley's mouthpiece after The Inspector leaves?

Eric Sheila Mr Birling Gerald

1/5

Q2.What is the definition of 'privileged'?

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Q3.What is the definition of 'enlightened'?

3/5

Q4.Which adjectives describe Sheila at the end of the play?

emotional, miserable, difficult compassionate, mature, assertive superficial, callous, spoilt victimised, weak, unhappy

4/5

Q5.What support was available in 1912 for working class women if they did not have a job?

They could be supported by the government. They would be supported by their families. They would be supported by the rich. There was no government support.

5/5

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Lesson 4: Revisiting An Inspector Calls - Sheila and Eric (2)

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Q1.What is the correct definition of 'ambivalent'?

When you have a clear understanding if you like something or someone. When you respect someone because of their actions. When you are determined to like someone despite having mixed feelings. When you have mixed or opposite feelings towards someone or something.

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Q2.What is the definition of 'repentant'?

Feeling sincere regret or remorse. Feeling sympathy and support. Feeling freedom and equality. Feeling unhappy.

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Q3.How do both Sheila and Eric treat Eva?

They are kind and charitable. They dehumanise her. They feel emotive towards her when they first meet her. They treat her equally and fairly.

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Q4.Which adjectives describe Eric at the end of the play?

emotional, miserable and repentant compassionate, assertive and repentant superficial, callous and repentant victimised, weak, and repentant

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Q5.Why can Eric be described at deplorable?

His exploitation of Eva and stealing from his family. He keeps secrets from his family. He is argumentative. He is selfish and spoilt.

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Lesson 4: Revisiting An Inspector Calls - Sheila and Eric (2)

Take the quiz to check your understanding of the important knowledge and vocabulary covered in lesson 4.

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.What is the correct definition of 'ambivalent'?

1/5

Q2.What is the definition of 'repentant'?

Feeling sincere regret or remorse. Feeling sympathy and support. Feeling freedom and equality. Feeling unhappy.

2/5

Q3.How do both Sheila and Eric treat Eva?

They are kind and charitable. They dehumanise her. They feel emotive towards her when they first meet her. They treat her equally and fairly.

3/5

Q4.Which adjectives describe Eric at the end of the play?

emotional, miserable and repentant compassionate, assertive and repentant superficial, callous and repentant victimised, weak, and repentant

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Q5.Why can Eric be described at deplorable?

His exploitation of Eva and stealing from his family. He keeps secrets from his family. He is argumentative. He is selfish and spoilt.

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Lesson summary: Sheila and Eric (Part 2)

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