Quotes

• Unsinkable, absolutely unsinkable
• Who is the speaker in the video?

  1. Everything English
• What is the main focus of the video?

  Revision for "An Inspector Calls"
• What is essential to know for the English literature paper 2?

  Quotes from memory
• Why is knowing quotes important for the exam?

  Without quotes, you cannot answer questions
• How many quotes does the speaker plan to provide?

  • Six quotes
  • Each can fit different questions
  • Aim for four main paragraphs in the exam
• What does Mr. Berling say about the Titanic?

  1. Absolutely unsinkable.
• What does the quote about the Titanic symbolize?

  Wealth, power, and capitalism
• Why is the quote about the Titanic considered dramatic irony?

  Because the audience knows it sank
• Who is the iceberg that sinks Mr. Berling's Titanic?

  The inspector
• What does the inspector symbolize in the play?

  Socialism
• How does the quote foreshadow the downfall of capitalism?

  It suggests capitalism will be defeated
• What does the speaker suggest about the power dynamics in the play?

  Capitalism and patriarchy are linked
• Why is Gerald Croft described as "well bred"?

  He was groomed to be perfect
• How does Gerald Croft's upbringing relate to capitalism?

  It shows the dangers of wealth
• What does the term "old money" refer to in the context of Gerald Croft?

  Wealth inherited from previous generations
• How does Gerald's character reflect societal expectations?

  He must conform to societal norms
• What does the inspector's quote "We are members of one body" signify?

  Unity and collective responsibility
• How does the inspector's viewpoint contrast with the Birlings' beliefs?

  It promotes equality versus hierarchy
• What does being a "member" imply in the inspector's quote?

  Contributing to the community
• What are the key themes explored through the quotes in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Capitalism vs. Socialism
  • Arrogance of the wealthy
  • Gender roles and patriarchy
  • Responsibility and community
• What is the main belief of socialism?

  Everyone should live equally without hierarchy
• How does the inspector's quote "We are members of one body" contrast with the Berlin family's beliefs?

  It promotes unity against their individualism
• What does the term "members" symbolize in the inspector's quote?

  It signifies contribution and responsibility to society
• What does the inspector imply by stating "we must be active in our membership"?

  We must contribute to society for collective well-being
• What does the phrase "one implies unity" suggest in the context of the inspector's message?

  There should be no separation or hierarchy
• How does the analogy of the body relate to the inspector's message about responsibility?

  Pain in one part affects the whole body
• What does Mr. Berling's quote "A man has to make his own way" reveal about his character?

  He prioritizes individualism over community responsibility
• What does the rule of three in Mr. Berling's advice signify?

  It emphasizes self-care before family obligations
• How does Mr. Berling's advice reflect capitalist beliefs?

  It promotes selfishness and individual success
• How does Freud's theory relate to Mr. Berling's character?

  He worships himself above all else
• What does the imperative "A man has to" imply about masculinity in Mr. Berling's view?

  Masculinity is tied to wealth and success
• How does Mr. Berling's view on masculinity connect to capitalism?

  Capitalism fosters selfishness in men
• What warning does the inspector give to the Berling family at the end of the play?

  They will learn lessons in fire, blood, and anguish
• What does the semantic field of punishment in the inspector's warning suggest?

  It highlights the consequences of their actions
• How does the inspector's warning relate to the capitalist society's values?

  It critiques valuing profit over human life
• What does Mrs. Berling's quote about "girls of that class" reveal about her character?

  She judges lower-class women harshly
• How does Mrs. Berling's charity work contrast with her views on class?

  She fails to empathize with lower-class women
• What does the juxtaposition of class and character in Mrs. Berling's views imply?

  Wealth grants immunity from accountability
• What are the key themes in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Gender
  • Class
  • Capitalism
  • Socialism
  • Responsibility