is that all it says? Mad can be derine in lots of words.
Hello. Although this question refers to the play "The crucuble" you did not inform the point of the play to which you ask these questions, which makes it difficult to answer accurately.
Elizbeth is portrayed as a sick character, which we can see that physically she is very weak and does not have the liveliness that other characters, like Abigail does. This can contribute to the lack of attractiveness between John and her, in addition to contributing to his initiative in looking for a lover. Elizabeth is also portrayed as a cold and emotionless wife at the beginning of the story, but shows a strong loyalty, courage and affection for John throughout the narrative.
Explanation:
Mr Birling is the head of the Birling household. He has made himself very wealthy by being a 'hard-headed' business man. He is an active member of the community in Brumley and thinks that he might be in the running for a Knighthood. At the start of the play he comes across as being arrogant, making long speeches about his predictions for the future. He also makes assertions about how a man should look out for number one and not waste time helping others. It is at this exact moment that the Inspector arrives. Sybil, his wife, is his 'social superior' and it is hinted that he is self-conscious about being from a more working-class background. He is materialistic and possessive and also has old fashioned views about women.
