Mr Birling Quotes Flashcards

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What does the quote “ the titanic… unsinkable show”

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This is a use of hyperbole and this illustrates how of touch with society he is and how he’s myopic. And shows how clueless he is and how has no clue the issues the working class was going through

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In the quote “ it is my duty to keep labour costs down” shows

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How he dehumanises the poor and represents how most business treated and abused the working class citizens

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What does the quote “ famous younger generation”

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Shows how he mocks how Shelia and Eric want to change and be better. And shows how he’s resistant and refuses to change by the end of the play

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