Starter: Which characters from An Inspector Calls could this quote refer to? Justify your answer using evidence from the text.

TASK 1 Objectives: Exploring the writer’s use of structure and plot. A* - Make perceptive evaluations about structure linking to themes, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness of structure making links to themes and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse structure in detail and relate this to themes. On the surface, Priestly has written a play about the suicide of a young girl, and the events leading up to this. But on another level, what is Priestly writing about?

How does Sheila’s speech sum up what the play is about?
It means that we’ve no excuses now for putting on airs and that if we’ve any sense we won’t try. Father threw this girl out because she asked for decent wages. I went and pushed her farther out, right into the street, just because I was angry and she was pretty. Gerald set her up as his mistress and then dropped her when it suited him. And now you’re pretending you don’t recognise her from that photograph. I admit I don’t know why you should, but I know jolly well you did in fact recognise her, from the way you looked. And if you’re not telling the truth, why should the Inspector apologise? And can’t you see, both of you, you’re making it worse? How does Sheila’s speech sum up what the play is about?

How does Sheila’s speech sum up what the play is about?
Relates to their social standing – this is not about class and thinking they are better than others. It means that we’ve no excuses now for putting on airs and that if we’ve any sense we won’t try. Father threw this girl out because she asked for decent wages. I went and pushed her farther out, right into the street, just because I was angry and she was pretty. Gerald set her up as his mistress and then dropped her when it suited him. And now you’re pretending you don’t recognise her from that photograph. I admit I don’t know why you should, but I know jolly well you did in fact recognise her, from the way you looked. And if you’re not telling the truth, why should the Inspector apologise? And can’t you see, both of you, you’re making it worse? Violent – physical metaphor Sheila understands better than her parents. She realises the part they have all played and that their inability to accept this shows a negative side to her family. Suggests uncaring attitude on Gerald’s part How does Sheila’s speech sum up what the play is about?

So far …Who do you feel is the most to blame for Eva/Daisy’s death?
You need to be able to justify your opinions and use evidence from the text to back up your ideas.

How to analyse language
‘GERALD: I’m rather more-upset-by this business than I probably appear to be-and-well, I’d like to be alone for a while-I’d be glad if you’d let me go.’ 1) What does the above quotation tell us about how Gerald feels? -Look specifically at language and the structure of the sentence.

WRITING TASK (10 Minutes)
‘Public men, Mr Birling, have responsibilities as well as privileges.’ 2) How might the above quotation be a mouthpiece for Priestley's own ideas about social responsibilities? (Analyse language and punctuation for effect).

Generation Gap Literacy Alert! Moralistic : Does the RIGHT thing
What have you noticed about the different characters reactions and revelations? Do they share the same views and opinions? Decide which characters are moral or immoral in the play. Moralistic Immoral Literacy Alert! Moralistic : Does the RIGHT thing Immoral : Does the BAD thing out of self centeredness or selfishness.

Generation Gap What do you notice about the two columns?
Why might Priestly have pitted the two generations against each other? Can you link this to context or themes? Can you link this to the structure/ plot twists?

Plenary Objectives: Exploring the writer’s use of structure and plot. A* - Make perceptive evaluations about structure linking to themes, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness of structure making links to themes and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse structure in detail and relate this to themes. In your opinion, how does the younger generation differ from the older generation in the play? Give reasons to support your answer.

HOMEWORK- Due Monday write an essay on either: Target grade C-B: Answer the following question: In what ways does Priestly represent social status in Act 1 and 2? Target grade A: Answer the following question: The arrival of Inspector Goole undermines the natural paths of authority within the household. How does power shift as the action progresses?

Character and Theme in An Inspector Calls
Add to your character pages as I talk you through the following slides. Character and Theme in An Inspector Calls

Characters Overview Remember that the characters in the play are symbolic. Each of them represents a particular type or class. The one exception might be the Inspector.

Characters Overview 2 One way of judging the characters is to look at the way they change, or don’t change by the end of the play. Ask yourself – are they different at the end?

Arthur Birling 1 He is wealthy and middle-class with aims of becoming part of the upper class. Hopes to be knighted “there’s a fair chance that I might find my way into the next Honours List”. P.8 Former Lord-Mayor of Brumley and as such he is full of his own self-importance “I was an alderman for years – and Lord Mayor two years ago.” p.11

Arthur Birling 2 As a local magistrate he sees himself as being above the law. He thinks he can get away with things. In Act One he says he know the Chief Constable – “we play golf together sometimes” p.16 Look at his reaction when he thinks they’ve rumbled the Inspector… At the end of the play he is glad to have avoided a public scandal.

Arthur Birling 3 He is totally unaware of the effects of his actions on other people. He doesn’t care that there are low wages for workers. He celebrates ripping off his workers and customers “lower costs and higher prices” p.4

Arthur Birling 4 He is totally unrealistic about the future.
His speech about the Titanic calls it “unsinkable, absolutely unsinkable”. P.7 He wrongly doesn‘t think there will be a war – “There’ll be peace and prosperity and rapid progress everywhere.” p.7

Sybil Birling She is a horrible snob and looks down on people with less money. She refuses Eva Smith money for just having the cheek to use the same name as her, calling it “a piece of gross impertinence” p.43 She is also a hypocrite and judges lower classes more harshly than her own family. She calls (in a moment of dramatic irony) her own son a ‘drunken young idler’.

Gerald Croft Gerald is a real member of the upper classes, the son of Sir George Croft and Lady Croft. He is also quite weak and willing to do the easy thing. Look at how he bows down to Birling – “I believe you’re right Sir’ p.6, but also on page 15 and 17. He is also a liar, he tells Sheila that he has been very busy at work when he has been having an affair.

Gerald Croft 2 In the end he is very much concerned with his reputation above everything else. Look at his relief when he finds out the hospital has not got the body of a suicide victim. He believes that the most important thing is if the Inspector is a fake as “that makes all the difference.” p.63

Eric Eric is a seemingly naive, hard drinking (perhaps because he is miserable) and is portrayed as being the black sheep of the family. He is also a rebel, and tries to take on Mr Birling’s selfish views. For example p.6 “What about the war?”

Eric 2 Eric is one of the few characters who has managed to change because of the terrible experience of Eva Smith. He says it was “tough luck” that she was sacked, and shows sympathy for her tragic life. Later on he realises that the Inspector was showing them their own faults: “He was our police inspector all right” p.59

Sheila Sheila is the character who works out the tragedy of Eva Smith most quickly. When she admits that she was at fault for having Eva fired from Milwards. She asks the Inspector if “I’m really responsible?” p.23 She also works out that Gerald has been up to no good. “I expect you’ve done things you’re ashamed of too.” p.23

Sheila 2 Sheila is sometimes called ‘the conscience’ of the play, as she is one most troubled by Eva’s story. She appeals for the others to help the inspector. P.30 At the end of the play she doesn’t seem ready to take Gerald back. “No. Not yet. It’s too soon. I must think.” p.72

Inspector Goole He is a character who doesn’t, like others try to gloss over the truth. Sometimes he is described as blunt or direct. He outwits the family by isolating them, “one line of inquiry at a time” p.11 He refuses to be intimidated by Birling. See the earlier golf scene, and also in Act Two when he refuses to apologise to Birling. “Apologise for what – doing my duty?”

Inspector Goole 2 Goole always tells it like it is and advances the political philosophy of the play. Look at dialogue in Act Two when he puts forward the idea that the rich should care for the poor. “Public men, Mr Birling, have responsibilities as well as privileges.” p.41

Inspector Goole 3 The mystery of the Inspector is heightened by his name – ‘Goole’. When he disappears we are left with the question of who he was. Is he a vision from the past or future? In he representative of all of our consciences?

How does Priestley add tension?

Dramatic tension from low to high
An Inspector Calls: Tension Graph for Act One and Two. Dramatic tension from low to high DRAMATIC DEVICES: Sound Effects Dramatic Irony Entrances/Exits Events in the play

Dramatic tension from low to high
An Inspector Calls: Tension Graph for Act One and Two. Dramatic tension from low to high Events in the play

How does the dramatic tension change throughout Acts One and Two?
DEVICES: Sound Effects Dramatic Irony Entrances/Exits Sum up in a couple of sentences the changes in dramatic tension throughout Acts One and Two Objectives: Exploring the writer’s use of structure and plot. A* - Make perceptive evaluations about structure linking to themes, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness of structure making links to themes and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse structure in detail and relate this to themes. Explain what the opening scene and the start of the play is like… Why does the mood change? Explain why the tension continues to build in Act Two…make links to writers purpose and themes

Act 2 Quiz Which character does the inspector start questioning at the start of Act Two? Where did Gerald first meet Eva/Daisy? Why did Eva/Daisy end up leaving Brumley? Where did she go? Where did Mrs. Birling meet Eva/Daisy? What did Eva/Daisy call herself when she first met Mrs. Birling? Mrs. Birling thought she was just being rude but why did Eva/Daisy give herself the name “Mrs. Birling” when she went to the organisation for help? Does Mrs. Birling accept responsibility for her actions? Whom does Mrs. Birling blame for the death of Eva Smith? Which award does Mr. Birling think he is due to receive? (He therefore doesn’t want any negative attention from the press.) Why didn’t Eva take the money she’d been offered by the father of her baby?

Act 2 Quiz Gerald. The bar in the Palace Variety Theatre.
1. Which character does the inspector start questioning at the start of Act Two? Gerald. 2. Where did Gerald first meet Eva/Daisy? The bar in the Palace Variety Theatre. 3. Why did Eva/Daisy end up leaving Brumley? Where did she go? To the seaside, to get over the failed relationship with Gerald. 4. Where did Mrs. Birling meet Eva/Daisy? At the Brumley Women’s Charity Organisation. 5. What did Eva/Daisy call herself when she first met Mrs. Birling? She called herself “Mrs. Birling”!

Act 2 Quiz 6. Mrs. Birling thought she was just being rude but why did Eva/Daisy give herself the name “Mrs. Birling” when she went to the organisation for help? She pretended she was married to Eric Birling whom she’d had a relationship with and become pregnant by. 7. Does Mrs. Birling accept responsibility for her actions? No 8. Whom does Mrs. Birling blame for the death of Eva Smith? Eric, her own son (before realising he was the father of Eva’s child). 9. Which award does Mr. Birling think he is due to receive? (He therefore doesn’t want any negative attention from the press.) A knighthood. 10. Why didn’t Eva take the money she’d been offered by the father of her baby? She realised it had been stolen (showing her good morals, in even a time of extreme difficulty.)

Who is the Inspector? Is he a ghost? Is he the voice of Priestley?
Is he the voice of God? Is he the voice of our consciences? Do you have any other suggestions?

Let’s Re-read P.55-56 Answer this question using evidence
How does Priestley use language and structure in the Inspector’s final speech to make it more effective? ( Discuss what the inspector is saying, word-analysis, use of simple and complex sentences) Extension: How does the Inspector’s final speech contrast to Birlings’ speech in Act one?

True or false? The play is written in the Edwardian period.
Objective: Exploring exam questions for AIC. A* - Make perceptive evaluations about THEMES linking to language, CHARACTERISATION, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness THEMES making links to language, CHARACTERISATION and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse THEMES in detail and relate this to language and CHARACTERISATION. The play is written in the Edwardian period. The Birling family can be described as materialistic and capitalist. JB Priestley’s attitudes are voiced through the Birling family. Priestley believes that a Capitalist society is good for everyone. Mrs Birling is a hypocrite.

Themes Responsibility Class Sex and relationships

Things you need to know:
This unit will be externally examined. You have to answer one essay question on the play. Your answer will be marked out of thirty with 4 marks for SPAG. You will have a choice of two essay questions. You will have the play in the exam. You will have 45 minutes to answer this question (the other 45 minutes is one ‘Of Mice and Men/ To Kill a Mockingbird’. This is Unit 1

Candidates demonstrate:
Mark Band 6 : marks Candidates demonstrate: 6.1 Insightful exploratory response to task (A01, A02) 6.2 Insightful exploratory response to text (A01) 6.3 Close analysis of detail to support interpretation (A01) 6.4 Evaluation of the writer’s uses of language and/or structure and/or form and effects on readers/audience (A02) 6.5 Convincing/imaginative interpretation of ideas/themes (A02) Mark Band 5:21-25 marks Candidates demonstrate: 5.1 Exploratory response to task (A01, A02) 5.2 Exploratory response to text (A01) 5.3 Analytical use of details to support interpretation (A01) 5.4 Analysis of writer’s uses of language and/or structure and/or form and effects on readers/audience (A02) 5.5 Exploration of ideas/themes (A02) Section A MS 4/4:Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with consistent accuracy and effective control of meaning in the context of the demands of the question. Where required, they use a wide range of specialist terms adeptly and with precision. 3/4:Candidates spell, punctuate and use the rules of grammar with considerable accuracy and general control of meaning in the context of the demands of the question. Where required, they use a good range of specialist terms with facility.

Example Exam Questions
How does J.B . Priestley explore the theme of love in the play? Which of the characters is most affected by the events of the evening? How does the play show up the contrast between the philosophies of Mr Birling and Inspector Goole. Examine the evidence to decide whether Eva Smith and Daisy Renton are indeed one and the same person. TASK: Which questions do you think you could answer? Which questions are you unsure of? Pick a question you ARE UNSURE OF and create plan for how you could answer the question. What aspects of British society does the play criticise?

Example Exam Q - In what ways are the characters of Sheila and Eric Birling important in this play?
Objectives: Exploring exam questions for AIC. A* - Make perceptive evaluations about THEMES linking to language, CHARACTERISATION, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness THEMES making links to language, CHARACTERISATION and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse THEMES in detail and relate this to language and CHARACTERISATION. Where would you start? Mind map some ideas.

In what ways are the characters of Sheila and Eric Birling important in this play?
Acknowledging the writer Sheila and Eric Birling are the two grown-up children of Mr and Mrs Birling. Priestley presents them as appearing to come from a trouble-free and privileged background. They are important because they are representative of the younger generation who are open to change. Sheila initially comes across to the audience as a spoilt and selfish character. However, once the Inspector arrives, the audience see a changed and reformed character. When Sheila learns of Eva’s death, she is horrified and repentant and displays a sensitive side of her personality. [Quote needed for analysis.] When Gerald’s affair is revealed, Sheila is expected by her parents to brush aside his behaviour and carry on as though nothing had happened. [Quote to contrast with the presentation of the younger generation.] Sheila is not prepared to do so and returns her engagement ring. [Link to social expectations and moving with the times.] Clear focus on the question Showing good understanding of character development

Quote used to support ideas
Like Sheila, Eric is changed by the Inspector’s visit; he is described by Priestley as ‘half shy, half assertive’. His past drunken behaviour led to him forcing himself on Eva/Daisy; eventually she became pregnant, refused to take his stolen money and was turned away from any help by his mother [How did this rejection change Eric? – explore]. Eric has had enough of his parents’ pompous attitude. They castigate him at a time when he needs them both. [Quote examples of Mr Birling’s treatment of Eric.] Eric’s mother is partly responsible for the death of his unborn child; when he discovers this, he is shocked and angry. [Quote to support and analyse.] Eric accepts his actions contributed to Eva/Daisy’s death; like Sheila, Eric is not the same person. The Inspector is the one who has helped them both grow up and see the errors of their ways, and not their parents. The Inspector’s arrival changes the relationships Sheila and Eric had with both their parents. Sheila becomes rebellious towards her parents. It is the relationship between brother and sister that seems the strongest of all, especially when all other family unity seems to have dissolved; they initially seemed to bicker and squabble, yet they share much in common, the love and care for others in need. Clear conclusion

Objective: Exploring exam questions for AIC.
A* - Make perceptive evaluations about THEMES linking to language, CHARACTERISATION, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness THEMES making links to language, CHARACTERISATION and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse THEMES in detail and relate this to language and CHARACTERISATION. TASK Using the essay and mark scheme upgrade it and improve the grade! Use the notes to help you.

Plenary Read out examples… WWW/EBI? GRADE?
WALT: Exploring exam questions for AIC. WILF: A* - Make perceptive evaluations about THEMES linking to language, CHARACTERISATION, writer’s purpose and the effect on the audience. A- Evaluate the effectiveness THEMES making links to language, CHARACTERISATION and the effect on the audience. B – To analyse THEMES in detail and relate this to language and CHARACTERISATION. Plenary Read out examples… WWW/EBI? GRADE?

Decide what band you think this is...
"You're beginning to pretend that nothing really happened at all." Priestley uses this text to suggest how different Eric is to his family. This portrays how Eric is caring, sensible and mature. I think this because all his father and mother are worried about is their social reputation and money whereas, I believe Eric shows understanding, as he would choose people's lives over money, despite his parents' counter thoughts. The word "pretend" encapsulates Mr Birling and Mrs Birling in so many ways. One way I think it suggests how Priestley wants to show the auidence how Captalists lives were like dreams; anything they wanted they got and no worries.

A student’s answer... At one point, Arthur Birling thinks he's heard enough and tries to protest during Gerald's inquiry but the Inspector quickly shuts him down: "Why should you do any protesting? It was you who turned the girl out in the first place." From this statement, we can see the Inspector putting the blame on Birling for starting the chain reaction of events. When acted out, there would probably be a lot of emphasis on 'you' as Inspecto Goodle strongly believes Birling has responsibilities for happened.

Look at this exam question
Inspector Goole merely functions as a mouth piece for Priestley's ideas.' What do you think is the Inspector's function in the play and how does Priestley present him? (30 marks 4 SPAG) STARTER: Write down your first impressions of this question, noting what you think the question expects of you and key words.

Function of the inspector table
Complete the table – consider carefully how and why Priestley presents him in this manner?

Other aspects to consider
ROLE - APPEARANCE - PAST- PRESENT- OTHER OPINIONS - PERSONALITY- AUTHOR'S VIEW YOUR VIEW -

Plan your essay (5-10 minutes)
Demonstrate knowledge of the whole play and plot STRUCTURE Brainstorm what you will include in your essay. Language analysis

MAIN TASK: Mini Essay (35 mins)
Use evidence to answer the question Learning Objective: Can I use quotations and interpretations to answer the following question? Inspector Goole merely functions as a mouth piece for Priestley's ideas.' What do you think is the Inspector's function in the play and how does Priestley present him?

Peer Assessment Read your partner’s work
Decide which of the below they did well (WWW) Decide which of the follow would make their work even better (EBI): Punctuation Paragraphs Use of quotations Explaining quotations Add own interpretation Evaluating Priestley’s techniques

Self Assessment Read your work.
1. Write down one thing you do well from the list below. 2. Now give yourself a target to improve your writing, think about the following: Punctuation Paragraphs Use of quotations Explaining quotations Add your own interpretation Evaluating writer’s techniques

perceptive appreciation of the writer’s craft
Level / Mark Level 5 25-30 • Assured knowledge and understanding of the text evident in the response • Comments about the writer’s use of characterisation/theme/plot/setting for literary effect show a perceptive appreciation of the writer’s craft • Engagement with the text is assured, examples used are fully relevant • Where response requires consideration of two or more features, a thorough, balanced approach is evident Level 4 19-24 • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the text evident in the response • Comments about the writer’s use of characterisation/theme/plot/setting for literary effect show sustained appreciation of the writer’s craft • Engagement with the text is sustained, examples used are fully relevant Level 3 13-18 • Sound knowledge and understanding of the text evident in the response • Comments about the writer’s use of characterisation/theme/plot/setting for literary effect show sound appreciation of the writer’s craft • Engagement with the text is sound, examples used are clearly relevant • Where response requires consideration of two or more features, a clear balance is evident Level 2 7-12 • Some knowledge and understanding of the text evident in the response • Comments about the writer’s use of characterisation/theme/plot/setting for literary effect show some appreciation of the writer’s craft • Engagement with the text is basic, examples used are of partial relevance • Where response requires consideration of two or more features, partial balance is evident Year 10 Markscheme

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