The Inspector

Question 1

First impressions of Inspector

Answer 1

Initially introduced as an ordinary police inspector. His supernatural nature becomes apparent as the play progresses, as the homophone of ‘Goole’, sounding unsettlingly similar to ‘ghoul’ suggests.

Question 2

Characteristics of Inspector

Answer 2

• omniscient (all-knowing)
• moral force of good
• inflicts responsibility
• authoritive

Question 3

Key quotes of the Inspector

Answer 3

An impression of “massiveness, solidity and purposefulness”
“We are members of one body”
“A plain darkish suit” - implies modesty, uninterested in attracting attention to himself which is the complete antithesis of Mr Birling
“He knows” (- Sheila) - omniscience, possesses almost supernatural knowledge