The inspector

• What is the Inspector's physical appearance described as?

  A minimal "plain darkish suit"
• What does the homophone of Goole suggest about the Inspector?

  It suggests a supernatural nature, as "ghoul" implies something otherworldly
• Why does Priestley leave the Inspector's physical appearance vague?

  Because his message of social responsibility is more important than his appearance
• How does the Inspector create an impression despite his size?

  He creates an impression of massiveness, solidity, and purposefulness
• What role does the Inspector take on in the play?

  He acts as an omniscient moral force for good
• How is the Inspector presented in relation to socialist values?

  He channels socialist values and ideology
• What is the Inspector's purpose in the play?

  To catalyse change in perceptions of responsibility
• How does the Inspector encourage the younger generation?

  He encourages them to break away from the older, individualistic generation
• What does the Inspector symbolize in terms of morality?

  He symbolizes a moral policeman, resistant to corruption
• What does the Inspector refuse when offered by Mr. Birling?

  He refuses a drink of port
• What does the Inspector's refusal of alcohol symbolize?

  It symbolizes his refusal to act immorally
• How does the cyclical structure of the play function?

  It demonstrates the consistency of the Inspector's morals
• What does Mr. Birling offer the Inspector, and how does the Inspector respond?

  Mr. Birling offers a bribe, which the Inspector rejects
• What political differences does the audience realize through the Inspector's actions?

  Capitalism causes immorality, while socialism causes morality
• What does the Inspector believe about social responsibility?

  Everyone is equally important within society
• How does the Inspector view Eva Smith compared to the Birlings?

  He sees her as an individual, while the Birlings see her as insignificant
• What does the Inspector's acknowledgment of Eva's "promising little life" signify?

  It signifies his recognition of her significance as an individual
• What does Priestley suggest about capitalism and immorality?

  He presents capitalism and immorality as synonymous
• What is the Inspector's purpose in relation to the Birlings?

  To force them to recognize the immorality of their actions
• How does Priestley convey the message about inner morality versus outward appearance?

  He emphasizes that inner morality and integrity are more important than physical appearance
• How is the Inspector's modest appearance described?

  He dresses in a "plain darkish suit"
• What does the Inspector's modest appearance contrast with?

  It contrasts with Mr. Birling's "heavy looking" and "portentous" appearance

  
• What does the juxtaposition of the Inspector and Mr. Birling demonstrate?

  It demonstrates the strength of socialist values over capitalist views

  
• What warning does Priestley convey through the Inspector's final speech?

  He warns of the consequences of continuing capitalist and individualistic behavior
• What literary device does Priestley use in the Inspector's final speech?

  He incorporates Biblical references
• How does the Inspector symbolize a Pastor in the play?

  He symbolizes a Pastor by forcing confessions of sins from the characters
• What does the Inspector's arrival after Mr. Birling's dismissal of socialism signify?

  It signifies a moral inquiry rather than a criminal one
• How does Priestley link the Inspector to the Judeo-Christian God?

  Both are omniscient and moral, with the Inspector acting as an agent of God
• What is Mr. Birling's ideology represented as?

  Capitalism
• How does Priestley use dramatic irony with Mr. Birling?

  Mr. Birling's confident claims are perceived as contemptible by the audience
• What does Mr. Birling's concern for appearance reveal about his character?

  It shows he is more concerned with perception than morality
• How does the Inspector interrupt Mr. Birling's capitalist narrative?

  By presenting a counterargument against capitalism
• What does Sheila's conversion symbolize in the play?

  It symbolizes the potential for change in the mindset of the younger generation
• How does Sheila's attitude towards Gerald reflect her character development?

  It reflects her struggle between accepting the past and embracing change
• What does the Inspector expose about Gerald's character?

  He exposes Gerald's hypocrisy and avoidance of responsibility
• How does Mrs. Birling react to Sheila's empathy towards Eva?

  She condemns Sheila for expressing empathy
• What does Mrs. Birling's use of the term "hysterical child" signify?

  It signifies the patriarchal oppression of women
• How does Priestley portray Mrs. Birling's character?

  As cold and dismissive of social responsibility
• What is the Inspector's role in relation to the characters' sins?

  He forces them to confess their vices
• How does the Inspector's character serve Priestley's agenda?

  He acts as a mouthpiece for Priestley's views on socialist change