Quote 10
Chris: For me! I was dying every day and you were killing my boys and you did it for me? What the hell do you think I was thinking of, the Goddam business? Is that as far as your mind can see, the business? (2.557)
Chris's wider vision of humanity is informed by the war. In his earlier monologue with Ann, he confesses that he feels it draining out of him. In some ways, All My Sons is a sad coming-of-age story for Chris.
Quote 11
Chris: I've been thinking, y'know? – maybe we ought to put our minds to forgetting him? (1.273)
While Chris may be the most idealistic character in the play, his gentle request to let go of the past doesn't stem from concern for his mother. He's preparing the stage to marry Ann.
Quote 12
Chris: I've been a good son too long, a good sucker. I'm through with it. (1.215)
Loyalty to his family is getting in the way of Chris's personal happiness.