Social class tensions are a key aspect of life within Dekker's play. The relationship between Rose and Rowland is an example of this. Hugh Lacy, Rowland's uncle, will not allow the two to be married, despite their obvious feelings for each other. Social class affects other relationships in the play as well, particularly Ralph and Jane. As Ralph is of a lower social class, he is unable to avoid inscription into the army, and he is injured fighting in the war.