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The Birling Family. Exam Question. Question. How does Priestley show that tension is at the heart of the Birling Family?. Think about:. The generation divide – lack of understanding between the generations The relationship between Eric and Sheila… sibling squabbles
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The Birling Family Exam Question
Question • How does Priestleyshow that tension is at the heart of the Birling Family?
Think about: • The generation divide – lack of understanding between the generations • The relationship between Eric and Sheila… sibling squabbles • Lack of compassion and differing views brought about by the inspector • The characters are outspoken and do not consider each other • Stage directions and lighting • Cliff-hangers such as Sheila and Gerald’s relationship problems • Dialogue between characters is clearly tense • The way the children are treated as little ‘children’ by their parents