In what ways do <a data-internal-link data-link-type="Character" href="https://www.supersummary.com/an-inspector-calls/major-character-analysis/#514612">Arthur Birling</a> and <a data-internal-link data-link-type="Character" href="https://www.supersummary.com/an-inspector-calls/major-character-analysis/#514615">Inspector Goole</a> represent competing political arguments?

How does the play explore the connection between empathy and redemption? Explain your answer using evidence from the text.

Describe the role of judgment in the play. Which character is the most judgmental? What does this reveal about them?

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