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• What type of questions does AQA provide for An Inspector Calls?

  Character and theme questions
• Why is it important to write about Priestley's ideas in your answer?

  It helps achieve grade seven and above
• Who is predicted to be the character focus in 2025?

  Gerald
• What is the constant theme in the questions about An Inspector Calls?

  Social responsibility
• How does Gerald represent the wealthy capitalist males in society?

  He exploits workers like Eva
• What does Gerald's character symbolize regarding sexual exploitation?

  He exploits Eva's poverty for his benefit
• How does Gerald's behavior reflect patriarchal society norms?

  He expects Sheila to tolerate his infidelity
• What lesson does the inspector's final words convey about World War I?

  Society failed to learn from past mistakes
• What does Priestley suggest about the future leaders like Gerald and Eric?

  They maintain the status quo in society
• What does the thesis statement indicate about Gerald's character?

  He represents capitalist exploitation and patriarchal norms
• What are the three main points about Gerald's character in the thesis statement?

  • Represents wealthy capitalist males exploiting workers
  • Symbolizes sexual exploitation of women
  • Reflects refusal to learn from World War I lessons
• How many quotes are typically used in a top-grade essay?

  13 quotes
• What does Mrs. Burling imply about Gerald's behavior towards Sheila?

  She expects Sheila to accept Gerald's infidelity
• How does Gerald's reaction to the inspector reveal his character?

  He prioritizes profit over ethical considerations
• What does Gerald's affair with Daisy signify about his values?

  He values reputation over genuine relationships
• What does Gerald's treatment of Eva reveal about his view of women?

  He sees women as commodities to exploit
• Why does Gerald choose to get Eva drunk instead of buying her food?

  To lower her resistance to his advances
• How does Gerald's use of the apartment reflect his intentions with Eva?

  He uses it for secretive encounters with her
• What does Gerald's boredom signify about his character at the end of the affair?

  He lacks genuine emotional connection
• What are the implications of Gerald's character in An Inspector Calls?

  • Represents capitalist exploitation of the working class
  • Highlights sexual exploitation in patriarchal society
  • Reflects societal failure to learn from history
• Who does the apartment belong to that Gerald uses?

  Gerald's friend
• Why does Gerald have access to the apartment?

  His friend gave him the keys for 6 months
• What does Gerald intend to use the apartment for?

  To have an affair
• How does Gerald's use of the apartment reflect his character?

  It shows his exploitative nature
• Who does Gerald meet at the bar?

  Eva
• How much does Gerald pay for Eva's stay in the apartment?

  Zero pounds
• Why does Gerald break off his relationship with Eva?

  He is bored and his friend returns
• How does Sheila perceive Gerald's actions?

  She sees him as a fairy prince
• What does Gerald's lack of genuine emotion reveal about him?

  He is self-centered and manipulative
• What does Gerald do after confessing to the inspector?

  He makes an excuse to leave
• How does Gerald react to the inspector's accusations?

  He doubts the inspector's legitimacy
• What does Gerald's investigation of the inspector suggest about his character?

  He is suspicious and self-serving
• What does Gerald find out about the inspector?

  There is no inspector named Goole
• What does Gerald's call to the infirmary imply?

  He wants to dismiss the inspector's claims
• How does Gerald's behavior contrast with the inspector's message?

  Gerald ignores responsibility for his actions
• What does Sheila think about marrying Gerald again?

  She is hesitant and needs time
• How does Sheila's view of Gerald change by the end?

  She sees him as better than Eric
• What societal message does Priestley convey through Gerald's character?

  Men like Gerald perpetuate social injustice
• What does Priestley want the audience to do regarding the future?

  Vote for a socialist government
• How does the play's ending relate to the themes of responsibility?

  It emphasizes the need for social accountability