Inspector Goole quotes : morality / Responsibility

Question 1

“Speaks carefully, weightily”

Answer 1

The use of the adjective weightily evidences the impact of the Inspector’s moral message. Also, speaking “carefully” directly contrasts Mr Birling, whose speech is diluted with dashes and hesitations

Question 2

“If you’re easy with me, I’m easy with you

Answer 2

Priestley’s use of parallelism in this phrase is perhaps symbolic for the Inspector’s message. This sense of equality and and treating others how you wish to be treated is inherently socialist

Question 3

“Yes but you can’t. It’s too late. She’s dead

Answer 3

Here Priestley uses short sentences and a terse triplet of expressions to convey an impactful message and express the need for radical change