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• Who does Burling represent in the play?

  Capitalism
• What is Priestley's intention in exploring Burling's character?

  To critique capitalism.
• How does the inspector's appearance relate to Burling's words?

  It suggests Burling's words summon the inspector, indicating a supernatural connection.
• What does the phrase "hard-headed practical man of business" imply about Burling?

  It suggests he is unfeeling and selfish.
• How does Priestley use language to connect Burling to the Labour Party manifesto?

  He uses phrases from the manifesto to critique capitalism during the 1945 election.
• What does Burling's view of marriage as a business opportunity reveal about his character?

  It shows his hypocritical and patriarchal views.
• What is required to achieve grade 6 in writing?

  Link everything to the writer's ideas and perspectives.
• How does Gerald's character challenge the idea of being a good man?

  He is presented as kind but still exploits Eva, showing complexity in morality.
• What does Gerald's statement about Daisy suggest about his view of women?

  It implies he sees her as a commodity rather than an equal.
• What does the phrase "the girl had begun by telling us a pack of lies" indicate about Mrs. Birling's perspective?

  It reflects her dismissive attitude towards Eva and her social class.
• How does Priestley use Mrs. Birling's character to critique social hierarchy?

  He shows her dismissive attitude towards the working class, highlighting class inequality.
• What does Eric's quotation about profits and wages reveal about his character?

  It shows he is anti-capitalist and advocates for equality.
• How does Eric's behavior towards Eva reflect societal issues?

  It demonstrates the exploitation of women in a patriarchal society.
• What does Eric's self-justification reveal about his character development?

  It suggests he struggles to accept responsibility for his actions.
• How does the inspector's message "we are all of one body" relate to the themes of the play?

  It emphasizes the need for social responsibility and equality.
• What is the significance of the setting of the play from 1912 to the end of the Second World War?

  It reflects the historical context of social change and class struggles.
• How does Priestley use irony in the character of Mrs. Birling?

  Her refusal to help Eva highlights the hypocrisy of the upper class.
• What does the speaker mean by saying "the people who most need money go to it to ask for it from people higher up in the social hierarchy"?

  It highlights the irony of social inequality and the failure of the upper class to support the needy.
• How does the character of Eric represent the younger generation's potential for change?

  He embodies hope for a more equitable society, contrasting with his parents' capitalist views.
• What does the phrase "he deceives himself into portraying himself as a good and kind person" suggest about Eric's character?

  It indicates he lacks self-awareness regarding his actions and their consequences.
• How does the speaker suggest that the audience should interpret the characters' actions?

  By understanding the social and historical context of their behavior.
• What does the word "nasty" suggest about Eric's actions in the play?

  It implies that his behavior is cruel and violent.
• How does Eric distance himself from his actions in the play?

  By referring to himself as a "chap" instead of a man.
• What does Eric's self-deception reveal about his character?

  It shows he struggles to accept the seriousness of his actions.
• What drastic action did Eva take instead of returning to Eric?

  She committed suicide.
• How does Eric respond when accused of stealing fifty pounds?

  He claims he intended to pay it back.
• What does the audience understand about the value of fifty pounds in the context of the play?

  It represents over 40 weeks of wages for Eva.
• What does Eric's spending on drinking suggest about his character?

  It indicates he is irresponsible and self-indulgent.
• How does Sheila's character differ from Eric's in terms of learning the inspector's lesson?

  • Sheila learns the inspector's lesson.
  • She represents hope for change in the younger generation.
  • She takes responsibility for her actions.
• What does Sheila's quote about "fire and blood and anguish" signify?

  It reflects her understanding of the consequences of their actions.
• What does Sheila's refusal of Gerald's ring imply about her character development?

  It suggests she is reconsidering her relationship and values.
• How does Gerald's character represent the themes of the play?

  He embodies the capitalist values that the inspector critiques.
• What does Sheila's statement about Gerald's honesty reveal about her perception of him?

  It indicates she is trying to rationalize his actions.
• What societal issue does Priestley highlight through Sheila's self-blame?

  He critiques the patriarchal society that teaches women to blame themselves.
• What are the implications of the inspector's final words in the play?

  • They emphasize collective responsibility.
  • They suggest a warning against ignoring social issues.
  • They connect socialism with Christian values.
• How does the inspector's message relate to capitalism and war?

  He suggests that capitalism leads to war and suffering.
• What metaphor does Priestley use to describe capitalism?

  The Titanic being "absolutely unsinkable."
• How does Burling's character serve as a critique of capitalism?

  His ignorance about labor troubles highlights the flaws in capitalist thinking.
• What does the phrase "we're in for a time of steadily increased prosperity" imply about Burling's perspective?

  It reflects his naive optimism about capitalism's future.
• How does Priestley use dramatic irony in Burling's statements?

  It reveals the audience's awareness of the impending economic crisis.