quotations

• What does the assessment objective state about textual references?

  Use textual references, including quotations
• Why is it important to have strong knowledge of the text?

  It enables effective selection of references
• How should you revise quotations for better understanding?

  Group them by character or theme
• What are the main themes in An Inspector Calls?

  • Responsibility
  • Capitalism versus Socialism
  • Generational divide
  • Guilt
  • Class
  • Gender
• What is the role of the Inspector in the play?

  To highlight that all actions have consequences
• What does Arthur Birling believe about personal responsibility?

  Everyone should be responsible for themselves
• How does Arthur Birling's quote reflect his character?

  It shows his self-centredness and individualism
• What does the Inspector argue about public men?

  They have responsibilities as well as privileges
• What does the Inspector's final speech warn about?

  Consequences of evading social responsibility
• What economic systems does An Inspector Calls contrast?

  Capitalism and Socialism
• What does Arthur Birling prioritize in his business dealings?

  Maximizing profit regardless of consequences
• How does Sheila Birling challenge her father's views?

  By asserting that workers are people, not cheap labour
• What does Gerald Croft's quote at the end of Act III suggest?

  He believes everything can return to normal
• How does Sheila's character develop throughout the play?

  She becomes more assertive and empathetic
• What does Sheila express after her confession?

  She feels guilty and remorseful
• How does Sybil Birling respond to the Inspector's questioning?

  She refuses to express any guilt
• What does Sybil's view of the working class reveal?

  Her ignorance and moral superiority
• What does Eric Birling's quote imply about his character?

  He hints at potential for sexual violence
• How does Gerald Croft react to his affair being discovered?

  He appears more concerned about being caught
• What are the key themes explored in An Inspector Calls?

  • Responsibility: Consequences of actions
  • Capitalism vs. Socialism: Economic fairness
  • Generational divide: Change vs. tradition
  • Guilt: Acceptance of responsibility
  • Class: Critique of social inequality
  • Gender: Inequality and women's rights
• What do GCSE English Literature exam questions usually focus on?

  Theme, character, or relationships
• How do examiners reward responses in GCSE English Literature?

  By tracking character or theme development
• What should you consider about quotes when revising?

  Their dramatic effects and relationships
• Why are short quotations preferred in exam responses?

  They support points more effectively
• What are the key characters in An Inspector Calls for revision?

  • Arthur Birling
  • Sybil Birling
  • Sheila Birling
  • Eric Birling
• What does Arthur Birling advise Sheila and Eric to do?

  Mind their own business and family
• What does Arthur Birling mean by "hard school of experience"?

  Experience outweighs education in importance
• How does Priestley portray Arthur Birling's views on socialism?

  As strong disagreement with socialist philosophies
• What does Arthur Birling say about Eva Smith's dismissal?

  She had "a lot to say" and "had to go"
• What does the modal "had to" imply about Arthur Birling's actions?

  He felt he had no choice in dismissing her
• How does Arthur Birling's statement about Eva Smith illustrate hypocrisy?

  He talks at length while dismissing her words
• What is Arthur Birling's first priority when Eric confesses?

  To cover up the situation quickly
• How does Priestley depict Arthur Birling's sense of responsibility?

  He lacks personal responsibility and accountability
• What does Sybil Birling advise Sheila about marriage?

  To accept that men prioritize work
• How does Sybil Birling illustrate the patriarchal system?

  By teaching Sheila to submit to her husband
• What does Sybil Birling's reaction to Eva's request for help reveal?

  Her prejudice and arrogance as upper class
• What does Sybil Birling say about the father of Eva's child?

  He should take responsibility for the child
• How does Sybil Birling express her pride in Act 3?

  By refusing to change after the Inspector's visit
• What does Sheila Birling's reaction to Eva's death indicate?

  Her initial self-absorption and later empathy
• What does Sheila say about Gerald's opinion of her?

  She is glad to realize his true feelings