context

• In what year was J.B. Priestley born?

  1894
• What era did J.B. Priestley grow up in?

  Victorian era
• Why did J.B. Priestley set his play in 1912?

  To reflect the patriarchal society and political upheaval of the time
• What significant event involving a suffragette occurred in 1913?

  Emily Davison ran in front of the king's horse at the Epsom Derby
• How does Sheila's character change throughout the play?

  She becomes more assertive and independent
• What is the name of the inspector in the play?

  Inspector Goole
• What does Inspector Goole represent in the play?

  Priestley's socialist ideas
• What war did J.B. Priestley serve in?

  World War I
• What is the main purpose of colonies according to the text?

  Economic advantage
• Which country was the largest imperial power before World War I?

  Great Britain
• What does Inspector Goole warn about in his final speech?

  The consequences of greed and exploitation
• What are the key themes in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Social responsibility
  • Class inequality
  • Gender roles
  • Capitalism vs. socialism
  • Consequences of actions
• How does Priestley use dramatic irony in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • The audience knows about the Titanic's sinking, but the characters do not
  • The audience knows about World War I, but the characters are unaware
  • The audience understands the future consequences of the characters' actions
• What position does Mr. Birling hold in the play?

  Lord Mayor, Alderman, and Magistrate
• Why is Eva Smith dismissed from her job?

  She asks for higher wages
• What political party did Keir Hardie help found?

  Independent Labour Party
• What does Mr. Birling represent in the play?

  Capitalism
• What event is Mr. Birling confident about at the start of the play?

  The Titanic being unsinkable
• How does Priestley use the character of Mrs. Birling to critique society?

  She undermines the suffrage movement and shows class prejudice
• What is the name of the charity Eva Smith turns to?

  Brumley Women's Charity Organization
• What is the significance of the play being set in 1912 but written in 1945?

  It allows Priestley to use dramatic irony and critique pre-war society
• What is the name of the ship Mr. Birling mentions as unsinkable?

  Titanic
• What does Priestley suggest about the future if society does not change?

  It will lead to "fire and blood and anguish"
• What are the key social issues highlighted in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Exploitation of the working class
  • Gender inequality
  • Class division
  • Social responsibility
  • Consequences of greed
• How does Priestley use the character of Eric Birling to critique society?

  • Eric represents the younger generation's potential for change
  • His actions show the consequences of a lack of social responsibility
  • His treatment of Eva Smith highlights the exploitation of women
• What is the name of the factory where Eva Smith worked?

  Birling and Company
• How does Gerald Croft's treatment of Eva Smith reflect societal attitudes?

  It shows the sexual exploitation of women by the upper class
• What is the name of the political group that challenged capitalism in the early 20th century?

  Fabian Society
• What does Priestley suggest about the role of the upper class in society?

  They exploit the working class for their own gain
• What is the name of the political movement that sought women's right to vote?

  Suffragette movement
• How does Priestley use the character of Sheila Birling to critique societal norms?

  She evolves from a passive character to an assertive one, challenging gender roles
• What is the name of the political party founded by Keir Hardie?

  Independent Labour Party
• What does Priestley suggest about the consequences of war?

  War is a result of greed and imperialism
• What is the name of the charity Eva Smith turns to after being dismissed?

  Brumley Women's Charity Organization
• How does Priestley use the character of Mr. Birling to critique capitalism?

  He represents the greed and exploitation of the upper class
• What are the key dramatic techniques used by Priestley in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Dramatic irony
  • Foreshadowing
  • Use of a single setting
  • The inspector's final speech
  • The timing of the play (1912 vs. 1945)
• How does Priestley use the character of Eva Smith to critique society?

  • Eva represents the working class and their exploitation
  • Her treatment by each character highlights different societal issues
  • Her death symbolizes the consequences of societal neglect
• What is the name of the political group that sought to challenge capitalism in the early 20th century?

  Fabian Society
• How does Priestley use the character of Gerald Croft to critique societal norms?

  He represents the sexual exploitation of women by the upper class
• What are the key dramatic techniques used by Priestley in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Dramatic irony
  • Foreshadowing
  • Use of a single setting
  • The inspector's final speech
  • The timing of the play (1912 vs. 1945)