An inspector calls (section A)

What are the main themes of An Inspector calls?

Capitalism vs socialism, gender issues, class system, younger generation vs older generation, collective responsibility and power/abuse

How is Mr Birling presented as a symbol of capiltalism?

Preistley exposes Mr Birling to commute to the advocating of capitalism, via his avaricous, arrogent and selfish behaviour.

What quotes link to Mr Birlings accociation with capitalism?

“A man has to mind his own business, and look after himself”-Mr Birling

.The repetition of referring to himself represents selfishness, and directly juxtaposes the Inspectors ‘‘all members of one body’’ socialist ideology.

.The noun business is used as a metaphor, highlighting serious intent in Mr Birlings dialouge.

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