inspector calls context and themes etc Flashcards
What is the main event that brings the Birling family together in ‘An Inspector Calls’?
The engagement celebration of Sheila Birling and Gerald Croft.
True or False: Inspector Goole is a character who is well-liked by all members of the Birling family.
False
Fill in the blank: The inspector questions the family about their involvement in the life of a young woman named _____ who has died.
Eva Smith
What does the Inspector reveal about each member of the Birling family?
He reveals their individual contributions to Eva Smith’s demise.
Who is the last character to be interrogated by Inspector Goole?
Eric Birling
What year was ‘An Inspector Calls’ first performed?
1945
True or False: ‘An Inspector Calls’ is set in the early 20th century.
True
Fill in the blank: The play ‘An Inspector Calls’ critiques the ________ of the upper class.
hypocrisy
Which social movement’s principles are reflected in ‘An Inspector Calls’?
Socialism
Multiple Choice: What is the primary theme of ‘An Inspector Calls’?
A) Individualism
B) Social Responsibility
C) Romantic Love
D) War
B) Social Responsibility
act 1 summary AIC
inspector arrives at the Birlings and questions their involvement of sheila and mr birling
act 2 summary AIC
the inspector reveals sybils and geralds involvement and thier roles in the death of eva
act 3 summary AIC
he questions erics involvement and inspector goole leaves
themes in inspector calls
social responsiblity
class systems
older vs younger
mystery
responsiblity
