How does Birling react to the reminder that he employed Eva Smith? How should he react to the photograph?

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How does birling react to the reminder that he employed Eva Smith? How should he react to the photograph?

Asked by Sara J #463650 on 9/21/2015 5:04 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 9/21/2015 9:10 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/21/2015 9:08 PM

From the text:

Birling stares hard, and with recognition, at the photograph, which the inspector then replaces in his pocket.

Birling's observation is one of disbelief. Often, business owners do not know their employees. Eva seems to have left quite an impression.

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