defensive of lower class very early in play foreshadowing his potential to change and become a socialist
"half-shy, half-asserted"
opposing characteristics suggests he is complicated and troubled.
stage direction ( shouting )"the girls dead and we all helped to kill her- and thats what matters"
the inclusivity with the pronoun "we" suggests its inexcusable. the stage direction reflects his desire to challenge his family. symbol for hope in the future
