Pages 1-11 Start - 0828

Mix of Joyfulness and Tension The contradictions in the stage directions (life seems wonderful, but actually there is an underlying tension) is sustained across the opening of the play. Using glue and scissors, complete the mix and match to categorise what quotes go in which columns EXT. Annotate analysis below quote that proves the quote is happy/tense

AIM: To analyse how Priestley uses dramatic irony and other linguistic devices to develop the characterisation of Mr Birling.

For Priestley, Birling symbolises:

For Priestley, Birling symbolises: capitalism the upper-middle classes the ignorance of the wealthy

pp6-7 – focus on Birling How does Priestley use dramatic irony and powerful language to show Birling as a capitalist fool? 4 groups! (1s, 2s, 3s, 4s) Group analysis > jigsaw (1234, 1234, 1234) and share feedback Now select your best evidence and write 1/2 analytical PEEEs answering the question.