Worksheet on An Inspector Calls - Essay Skills
English
Grade 6
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~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on essay skills related to the play An Inspector Calls, designed for Grade 6 students to develop their analytical and creative writing abilities.
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Worksheet on An Inspector Calls - Essay Skills
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Scene Summary and Context
Arthur Birling, a prosperous businessman, hosts a dinner party that takes a sudden turn when a mysterious inspector arrives, questioning the family about their involvement in a young woman's death. The play explores themes of responsibility, social class, and morality. As the inspector's questions unfold, each family member reveals their own attitudes and secrets, highlighting their ethical shortcomings. This scene sets the stage for the play's message about societal accountability. A key quote from the inspector is, 'We don't live alone. We are members of one body. We are responsible for each other.' The quote underscores the play’s central theme of collective responsibility and social conscience, which are critical to understanding the characters' actions and the play's moral message.
1.
What is the main theme introduced during this scene summary?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the literary technique used in the quote: 'We don't live alone. We are members of one body. We are responsible for each other.'
[3 marks]3.
Why do you think the inspector's arrival changes the tone of the scene?
[2 marks]4.
Describe how the quote emphasizes the play’s message about society.
[4 marks]5.
List two techniques the playwright uses in this scene to build suspense or tension.
[3 marks]6.
Analyze how the character of the inspector functions as a catalyst in this scene.
[4 marks]7.
Choose the correct answer: The quote 'We are members of one body' primarily illustrates which literary device?
Aa) Simile
Bb) Metaphor
Cc) Hyperbole
Dd) Personification
8.
Based on the scene summary, write a short paragraph explaining how the inspector’s questions reveal each character’s moral stance.
[5 marks]9.
Create a short creative response: Imagine you are a character in the play. Write a diary entry expressing your feelings after the inspector's visit.
[5 marks]10.
What is the importance of the quote about responsibility in understanding the play’s overall message?
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