Class


 * Thematic overview

Quotations and Interpretation**

Conflict in class levels between Lady Bracknell and Jack when he proposes to Gwendolen, because of his unknown birth. Lady Bracknell is an arrogant character.

Conflict between Cecily and Gwendolen using class and 'in' things

Algernon: "If the lower orders don't set us a good example, what on earth is the use of them?" "They seem, as a class, to have absolutely no sense of moral responsibility."

Lady B: "Rise, sir... It is most indecorous" on education:"if it did [have an effect], it would prove a serious danger to the upper classes"