Worksheet on Inspector Goole - An Inspector Calls
English
GCSE
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A worksheet designed to explore the character of Inspector Goole in J.B. Priestley's play 'An Inspector Calls'. It includes scene summaries, context, and exam-style questions to develop understanding and analytical skills.
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Worksheet on Inspector Goole - An Inspector Calls
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Introduction to Inspector Goole
In J.B. Priestley's 'An Inspector Calls', Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the Birling family’s home, disrupting their evening dinner. His presence is commanding and mysterious, serving as a moral voice that challenges the characters' complacency. Throughout the play, Inspector Goole's role is to uncover the truth about Eva Smith's death and to provoke self-reflection among the characters. His manner is both authoritative and probing, often using direct questions and interrogative techniques to unsettle those he questions. The inspector’s speeches are punctuated by a sense of moral urgency, rooted in Priestley's socialist message. His use of phrases like 'We don’t live alone. We are members of one body' highlights his role as a moral commentator. The play’s tension escalates as the inspector's inquiries reveal uncomfortable truths, forcing each character to confront their own responsibility in Eva's downfall. Priestley uses Inspector Goole as a device to critique social injustice and to advocate for societal change, making him a central figure in both the narrative and the thematic development of the play.
1.
Summarise the role of Inspector Goole in 'An Inspector Calls' based on the scene and context provided.
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase that Inspector Goole uses to emphasise societal responsibility.
[1 mark]B
Exam-Style Analysis Questions
Answer the following questions in detail, focusing on techniques and their effects.
1.
Identify and analyse a metaphor used by Inspector Goole in his speech. What effect does this have on the audience’s understanding of his character?
[8 marks]2.
Find a moment where Inspector Goole uses a question to challenge a character. Explain how this technique adds to the tension.
[3 marks]3.
Discuss how Priestley uses Inspector Goole’s speech patterns to create an authoritative tone. Provide an example.
[4 marks]C
Creative Writing Prompt
Imagine you are Inspector Goole delivering a speech at the end of the play. Write a 20-line speech that addresses the theme of social responsibility.
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Write a 20-line speech that urges the audience to take social responsibility and reflects Inspector Goole’s moral perspective.
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- 12/31/2025
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