analysis - inspector

• "if men will not learn that lesson then they will be taught it in fire blood and anguish"

  a warning for those who refuse the acknowledge the interconnectedness of society and responsibly individuals have

  if they don't listen they will be forced to learn

  needs to be understood to better society

  adjectives convey the severity and intensity of the lesson

  destruction, suffering and emotional distress

  mimics hell or the war thats approaching
• "each of you helped kill her, remember that. never forget it"

  collective guilt - they all played a part, shared responsibility

  reminder of consequences - emphasises seriousness of their actions and the consequences they have has on someone's life

  emotional - confrontational forces character to confront their role in evas death, guilt/remorse

  symbolism - Eva is a symbol of the exploited members of society, highlights broader issues in society
• "public men, Mr birling have responsibilities as well as privileges"

  inspector challenges Birlings capitalist views

  individuals like Mr birling who hold public positions have a duty to consider the welfare of society as a whole

  highlight idea privilege comes with responsibility

  use power to contribute positively to society
• "we have to share something, if there's nothing else well have to share our guilt"

  stressing the importance of helping others

  have to share guilt otherwise they wont cope
• "we don't live alone. we are members of one body. we are responsible for each other"

  everyone is interconnected, we are part of a large community and our actions have consequences that affect others

  collective responsibility - individuals have a duty for everyone not just themeselves

  have obligations to care and support everyone

  problems in society were caused by lack of collective responsibility

  reflects priestly socialist beliefs

  critiques Birlings