an inspector calls

''We are members of one body. We are responsible for each other.''

Spoken by Priestley's Inspector Goole.

''But these girls aren’t cheap labour – they’re people.''

Spoken by Sheila Birling, showing her remorse and understanding of collective responsibility.

''A man has to make his own way – has to look after himself.''

Spoken by Mr Birling, illustrating his capitalist, self-interested worldview early in the play.

''As if a girl of that sort would ever refuse money!''

Spoken by Mrs Birling, displaying her prejudice and refusal to accept responsibility for Eva Smith's death.