An Inspector Calls: Themes (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What does Inspector Goole say about our responsibility?
What does Inspector Goole say about our responsibility?
'We are members of one body'
What political views does Priestley's message reflect?
What political views does Priestley's message reflect?
Socialist views
How do the older Birlings respond to Eva Smith's death?
How do the older Birlings respond to Eva Smith's death?
They reject any responsibility
Which characters show capacity for change in the play?
Which characters show capacity for change in the play?
Sheila and Eric
How are Mr and Mrs Birling described?
How are Mr and Mrs Birling described?
Fixed in their ways
According to Priestley, where does hope for societal improvement lie?
According to Priestley, where does hope for societal improvement lie?
With the youth
What does Sheila's refusal to accept Gerald's ring symbolize?
What does Sheila's refusal to accept Gerald's ring symbolize?
Rejection of traditional gender roles
How is Eva Smith treated by men in the play?
How is Eva Smith treated by men in the play?
She is exploited by them
What type of society does Priestley critique regarding women?
What type of society does Priestley critique regarding women?
Patriarchal society
What does Eva Smith represent in the play?
What does Eva Smith represent in the play?
The working class
What values does Mr Birling's attitude reflect?
What values does Mr Birling's attitude reflect?
Capitalist values
How does Priestley portray the class system?
How does Priestley portray the class system?
As rigid and unjust
What do Sheila and Eric undergo throughout the play?
What do Sheila and Eric undergo throughout the play?
Significant development