inspector calls Flashcards
what kind of setting does this play have?
a realistic setting
how is the realism shown?
through language and the storyline
what year is the play set?
1912
how does J.B priestly say the inspector speaks?
carefully and weightily
how is the inspectors speech characterized?
by the use of questions and instructions
what character interrupts other characters?
The Inspector
who does the inspectors lack of respecter for good manners contrast with and why?
Mrs Birling language because her language is very correct and precise
what is Geralds use of language like?
It is much more correct than sheila and Erics, he makes careful comments.
what does the use of language between mr and Mrs Birling, and Shiela and Eric highlight?
it highlights the difference between the generations and how differently they speak
how does priestly show things are changing?
Through the language and attitude of the younger and older generations
