45 minutes; 1 question; 40 marks; 20% of GCSE

Part 1

The Inspector remains at the door for a few moments, looking at Sheila and Gerald.
Sheila questions Gerald about his relationship with Daisy Renton, pressing him to admit the truth.
Gerald reluctantly reveals that he met Daisy Renton at the Palace Bar and rescued her from unwanted attention.
Gerald continues to explain that he provided Daisy with accommodation in a friend’s flat and helped her financially.
Sheila reacts with a mix of anger and sadness, accusing Gerald of having used Daisy for his own benefit.
Gerald admits to having had an affair with Daisy Renton, but insists that he cared for her and never intended to harm her.
The Inspector prompts Gerald to share further details about his relationship with Daisy, emphasising her vulnerability.
Mrs Birling enters the room and expresses disapproval of the ongoing discussion, showing irritation at The Inspector’s approach.
Sheila warns her mother to cooperate with The Inspector, highlighting his persistence and authority.
Gerald asks to be excused, expressing his wish to take a walk and clear his head, as he feels distressed by the revelations.
The Inspector allows Gerald to leave and reminds the others that his investigation is not yet complete.
Mrs Birling begins to display her own defensive attitude, questioning The Inspector’s methods.
As Gerald prepares to leave, he states: “In that case — as I’m rather more — upset — by this business than I probably appear to be — and — well, I’d like to be alone for a while — I’d be glad if you’d let me go.”

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Part 2

Sheila remarks, “You know, you never showed him that photograph of her,” highlighting her continued unease and inquisitiveness about Gerald’s involvement with Daisy Renton.
The Inspector confirms that Gerald did not see the photograph but insists that he knows enough to proceed with the questioning.
Gerald admits to meeting Daisy Renton at the Palace Bar, where he intervened to help her after she was harassed by a man named Joe Meggarty.
Sheila, clearly upset, presses Gerald to reveal the full extent of his relationship with Daisy.
Gerald reluctantly confesses that he provided Daisy with financial support and allowed her to stay in a friend’s flat, which he had access to, after discovering that she was destitute.
Gerald further admits that he became romantically involved with Daisy Renton, describing their time together as meaningful but insisting that he ended the relationship when it was no longer sustainable.
Sheila reacts bitterly to Gerald’s confession, expressing her disappointment and accusing him of using his power and privilege to exploit Daisy.
Mrs Birling enters the scene, chastising Sheila for her emotional reaction and questioning The Inspector’s methods of inquiry.
The Inspector shifts his attention to Mrs Birling, revealing that she too has played a significant role in Eva Smith’s downfall.
Mrs Birling initially denies any wrongdoing, maintaining a defensive and dismissive stance towards The Inspector’s questions.
The Inspector reveals that Eva Smith, under the name Mrs Birling, approached a charity committee chaired by Mrs Birling, seeking help after becoming pregnant.
Mrs Birling admits to rejecting Eva’s appeal for assistance, claiming that she found her story unconvincing and took offence at her using the Birling family name.
Sheila grows increasingly horrified by her mother’s lack of compassion and urges her to accept responsibility for her actions.
Mrs Birling, however, remains adamant that the blame lies elsewhere, suggesting that the father of Eva’s child should be held accountable.
The Inspector presses Mrs Birling to consider the consequences of her actions, warning her of the tragic outcomes they may have contributed to.
As tension mounts, Mrs Birling inadvertently condemns her own son, declaring that the father of Eva’s child should be made to “confess in public his responsibility.”
The act ends with The Inspector fixing his gaze on Mrs Birling, as Eric enters the room, meeting their inquiring stares.

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