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Notes for IGCSE Edexcel English Literature play, The Inspector Calls. Includes detailed analysis of major themes.
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‘An Inspector Calls’ by J.B. Priestley Critical Essay
TASK One of the themes of An Inspector Calls is the need to accept responsibility for others, both as individuals and as a society. society. Discuss how J.B. Priestley Priestley highlights this theme through one or more of the characters. Key Question Words/Phrases (These should be used in your introduction) • • • •
Need to accept responsibility Individuals Society Characters
1. Introduction
You should mention: • • •
The author and the title Some background information Key question words phrases to show the purpose of your essay
Example Start to the Introduction: ‘An Inspector Calls’ by J.B. Priestley is a play that attempts to convey the message that within society there is a need to accept responsibility for others. Priestley attempts to show this by…. 2. Brief Plot Summary 3. Focus on Goole •
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Explain what Goole’s role is in developing our understanding of theme. HINT: He acts as the voice of conscience and is used to convey Priestley’s own view. Explain whether or not this character is effective in putting across this message.
Example Topic Sentence: Firstly, the character of Inspector Goole can be seen as effective in conveying the idea that in society we must consider the influence of our actions on others. 4. Focus on Birling •
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Explain what role Birling takes HINT: older generation/self interested Explain his role in the case Explain how the treatment of this character helps you to understand the theme.
Example Topic Sentence: On the other hand, the character of Mr Birling puts is used to encourage the audience to focus on the idea that many within society take no responsibility for their actions. 5. Focus on Mrs Birling •
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Explain her role HINT: older generation/self interested/hypocritical Explain her role in the case Show how the Priestley makes her appear uncaring and how the Inspector’s line of questioning leaves her looking hypocritical
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Comment on the effectiveness of the treatment of this character in allowing you to understand the central theme.
Example Topic Sentence: Similarly, Mrs Birling shows how the older generation can display a self-interested attitude. 6. Focus on Sheila •
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Explain her role HINT: Younger generation/sympathetic/experiences guilt/realizes she should take responsibility Comment on the effectiveness of the treatment of this character in allowing you to understand the central theme.
Example Topic Sentence: In contrast, her daughter, Sheila, shows the younger generation’s perspective 7. Focus on Eric • • •
Explain his role HINT: Younger generation/sympathetic/realizes he has played his part in this. Comment on the effectiveness of the treatment of this character in allowing you to understand the central theme.
Example Topic Sentence: Moreover, the character of Eric shows in his reaction to the girl’s death that people should take responsibility for their actions. 8. Conclusion • • •
Use a concluding word or phrase Sum up points and include key words Give your opinion – overall do you feel that Priestley has successfully highlighted the idea that there is a need to accept responsibility for others, both as individuals and as a society as a whole.
