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In English / Middle School | 2014-10-27

How are the characters in "An Inspector Calls" guilty of the seven deadly sins?

Asked by jasdeepsangha1

Answer (2)

In “An Inspector Calls” each character is guilty for one or more sins, below you will find some samples:
•\tLust (Eric/Gerald)
•\tGluttony (Arthur)
•\tGreed (Arthur)
•\tSloth (Sheila)
•\tWrath (Sheila - Sybil)
•\tEnvy (Sheila)
•\tPride (Sybil - Arthur)
During the play are shown several scenarios where you can discover why each is related to the sin.

Answered by fvaldiq | 2024-06-12

In 'An Inspector Calls,' each character embodies one or more of the seven deadly sins, reflecting their moral failings. For instance, Arthur Birling represents greed, while Sybil Birling showcases pride. These sins underline the play's themes of social responsibility and accountability for one's actions.
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Answered by fvaldiq | 2024-10-02