Character descriptions

• Mrs. Birling

  arrogant

  capitalistic

  solipsistic (selfish)

  narcissistic

  industrialist

  controlling

  dominating
• Gerald Croft

  charming

  compassionate

  arrogant

  manipulative

  ingratiating

  static (lack of change)
• Sheila

  materialistic

  juvenile (young)

  immature

  envious

  petulant (childishly)

  naive

  compassionate
• Eric


  immature

  reckless

  dishonest

  naive

  shy, lacks confidence

  culpable (deserving blame)

  altruistic (unselfish)

  humble
• Edna


  voiceless

  anonymity

  invisible
• Inspector Goole (Priestley's mouthpiece)

  authoritative

  dutiful

  moral

  socialistic

  omniscient

  influential
• Mr Birling

  arrogant

  capitalistic

  industrialist

  obstinate

  solipsistic

  ignorant