Mrs Birling - Key Quotes Flashcards
1
Q
“… that class”
A
“Girls of that class”
Puts on a pretence of respectability - use of euphemisms
Mrs birling’s language is quite abrupt and dismissive - therefore, she believes that she is morally and socially superior to them - a snob
2
Q
“…my husband…
A
“You know, My husband was lord mayor only two ears ago and is still a magsitrate”
3
Q
“… I accept no blame…”
A
“I’m sorry she should ever come to such a horrible end. But, I accept no blame at all”
4
Q
”.. dealt with very severely…”
A
“He ought to be dealt with very severely.. Make sure that he is compelled to confess in public his responsibilities”
5
Q
“As if…
A
“As if a girl of that kind would ever refuse money”
6
Q
“I have done nothing…
A
“I have done nothing wrong and you know it” - to the inspector
