class

• What does Mrs. Birling reprimand Arthur for?

  For acknowledging their working-class cook
• What does Gerald believe about his class?

  It places him above the law
• How does the Inspector use Mr. Birling's words against him?

  To highlight his selfishness
• What does Mrs. Birling say about "girls of that class"?

  She refuses to show empathy for Eva
• What metaphor does the Inspector use to describe social responsibility?

  We are members of one body
• How does Priestley present attitudes towards class in the play?

  • Through symbolic settings
  • Exploited characters
  • Prejudiced attitudes
• What contrasts are made in the settings of An Inspector Calls?

  • Birlings’ opulent home vs. workers' conditions
• How do upper-class characters view the working classes?

  As morally and socially inferior
• How do Eric and Gerald exploit Eva Smith?

  By using their class and status
• What does Priestley criticize through the characters in the play?

  • Inequality and unfairness of the class system
  • Privilege blinding people to immorality
• How does Priestley depict the Birlings' lifestyle?

  As comfortable and affluent
• What concern does Mr. Birling have regarding Gerald's engagement?

  That it may be seen as a social step down
• How does Mrs. Birling link class with morality?

  She cannot believe Eva would refuse stolen money
• What does the Inspector suggest about the class system?

  It creates inequalities and prevents mobility
• How is Eva Smith viewed by Mr. Birling and Gerald?

  As "cheap labour"
• What metaphor does Sheila use regarding class differences?

  • A metaphorical "wall" separates classes
  • Warns against building walls between people
• Why does Priestley use the theme of class in An Inspector Calls?

  1. To highlight societal privileges
  2. To challenge outdated upper-class values
  3. To drive the plot through class abuse
  4. To appeal to a progressive audience
  5. To establish conflict between characters