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5 Jul 2025

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Why Rich and Poor Were So Different in the Olden Days

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An Inspector Calls explores the stark Edwardian society class gap... Show more

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Page 2: Class Divisions and Social Responsibility

This section delves deeper into the Edwardian class system and its impact on characters' behaviors and attitudes.

Vocabulary: "Harscistic" refers to harsh or severe treatment of others, particularly those of lower social classes.

Quote: "Girls of that class" - highlighting the prejudicial attitudes of the time.

Definition: Capitalism in the context of the play refers to the economic system that prioritizes private profit over social responsibility.

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Page 3: Character Development and Social Commentary

The third page explores the characters' relationships and their attitudes towards responsibility and morality.

Quote: "Everything is alright now Sheila" - demonstrating the patriarchal attitude and dismissal of serious concerns.

Highlight: The contrast between old money aristocracy and emerging social consciousness is particularly evident in this section.

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Page 4: Growth and Realization

This page focuses on character development, particularly Sheila's growth and acceptance of responsibility.

Quote: "I KNOW I'M to blame" - showing Sheila's moral development and acceptance of responsibility.

Highlight: The contrast between characters who learn from their actions and those who remain unchanged is particularly significant.

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Page 5: Consequences and Moral Responsibility

The final page deals with the aftermath of revelations and different characters' responses to their actions.

Quote: "The Fact remains that I did What I did" - showing acceptance of responsibility.

Highlight: Eric's alcoholism and abuse of power represent the darker aspects of privileged society.

Example: The contrast between Eric's shame and his parents' continued denial illustrates the generational divide in moral awareness.

19:28 Jun
< 88 0 0
2
X
chemistry pa...
Community
and au
that nonsense"
inspec
biology paper 1
chemistry pa...
Flower costs
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Page 1: Introduction to the Birling Family and Capitalist Themes

The opening page establishes the key themes of capitalism and class division through Mr. Birling's character. His business-oriented mindset and dismissive attitude towards others reflect the period's social hierarchy.

Quote: "Rather potentius man... hard headed Selfish pratican man or business."

Highlight: The reference to the Titanic as "unsinkable" serves as dramatic irony, foreshadowing the family's downfall.

Example: Mr. Birling's ambition for a knighthood demonstrates the upper class's preoccupation with social status.



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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

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Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

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Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

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This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

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The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

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In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

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Xander S

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THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

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English Literature

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5 Jul 2025

5 pages

Why Rich and Poor Were So Different in the Olden Days

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@lexshayler

An Inspector Calls explores the stark Edwardian society class gap analysis through the Birling family's encounters with Inspector Goole, revealing themes of social responsibility and moral accountability.

  • The play critically examines Capitalism and individualism in upper class societythrough Mr.... Show more

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Page 2: Class Divisions and Social Responsibility

This section delves deeper into the Edwardian class system and its impact on characters' behaviors and attitudes.

Vocabulary: "Harscistic" refers to harsh or severe treatment of others, particularly those of lower social classes.

Quote: "Girls of that class" - highlighting the prejudicial attitudes of the time.

Definition: Capitalism in the context of the play refers to the economic system that prioritizes private profit over social responsibility.

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Page 3: Character Development and Social Commentary

The third page explores the characters' relationships and their attitudes towards responsibility and morality.

Quote: "Everything is alright now Sheila" - demonstrating the patriarchal attitude and dismissal of serious concerns.

Highlight: The contrast between old money aristocracy and emerging social consciousness is particularly evident in this section.

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Page 4: Growth and Realization

This page focuses on character development, particularly Sheila's growth and acceptance of responsibility.

Quote: "I KNOW I'M to blame" - showing Sheila's moral development and acceptance of responsibility.

Highlight: The contrast between characters who learn from their actions and those who remain unchanged is particularly significant.

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Page 5: Consequences and Moral Responsibility

The final page deals with the aftermath of revelations and different characters' responses to their actions.

Quote: "The Fact remains that I did What I did" - showing acceptance of responsibility.

Highlight: Eric's alcoholism and abuse of power represent the darker aspects of privileged society.

Example: The contrast between Eric's shame and his parents' continued denial illustrates the generational divide in moral awareness.

19:28 Jun
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2
X
chemistry pa...
Community
and au
that nonsense"
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biology paper 1
chemistry pa...
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Page 1: Introduction to the Birling Family and Capitalist Themes

The opening page establishes the key themes of capitalism and class division through Mr. Birling's character. His business-oriented mindset and dismissive attitude towards others reflect the period's social hierarchy.

Quote: "Rather potentius man... hard headed Selfish pratican man or business."

Highlight: The reference to the Titanic as "unsinkable" serves as dramatic irony, foreshadowing the family's downfall.

Example: Mr. Birling's ambition for a knighthood demonstrates the upper class's preoccupation with social status.

We thought you’d never ask...

What is the Knowunity AI companion?

Our AI Companion is a student-focused AI tool that offers more than just answers. Built on millions of Knowunity resources, it provides relevant information, personalised study plans, quizzes, and content directly in the chat, adapting to your individual learning journey.

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Is Knowunity really free of charge?

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4.9/5

App Store

4.8/5

Google Play

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user