An Inspector calls Context Flashcards
When was the play written?
1945, just after the second world war. Was later performed in 1946
When was it set?
1912
At the time of performance what movement was strong?
There was a strong socialist movement
What were Priestleys beliefs?
He was a socialist, and believed that the upper class caused the war
How were these views reflected in the play?
Through the character of Eva Smith as he was on the side of the working class
Who did Priestley aim the play towards? and why?
It was aimed at the upper class as he wanted to bring change to the class system which still influenced Britain
What did Priestley reflect through Eric and Sheila?
There is hope as the younger generation can shape the future
At the time the play was based in what was there a growth of?
Growth of large companies and factories making a minority of rich (capitalists)
What was very influential at the time the play was set?
The Class System- No marriage of interaction between the higher and lower classes
What was was weak? (1912)
Trade union, workers had few rights
How were women treated? (1912)
Women had little to no power, couldn’t vote
