Key Quotes from An Inspector Calls
English
Grade 6
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~18 mins
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This worksheet explores significant quotes from 'An Inspector Calls' to develop understanding of key themes and literary techniques. Students analyze short extracts and reflect on their meaning within the context of the play.
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Key Quotes from An Inspector Calls
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Scene Summary and Context
‘An Inspector Calls’ is a play set in 1912, just before World War I. The story takes place in the Birling family’s house, where they are celebrating a wedding. Suddenly, an inspector arrives to investigate the death of a young woman named Eva Smith. Throughout the play, the characters reveal their secrets and responsibilities, showing how their actions affect others. Key quotes highlight themes like social responsibility, guilt, and morality. For example, when the inspector questions Mr. Birling about his actions, it reveals his attitude towards responsibility and societal class. The play emphasizes the importance of caring for others and warns against self-interest. The characters’ words often reflect their attitudes and values, making their quotes powerful tools for understanding the play’s message.
1.
What is the main setting of 'An Inspector Calls'?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the main theme highlighted in the play.
[2 marks]B
Quote Analysis: Responsibility
Read the excerpt below and answer the questions.
1.
What literary technique is used in this quote?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Simile
Cc) Personification
Dd) Hyperbole
2.
Explain in one or two sentences what the quote suggests about social responsibility.
[3 marks]C
Quote Analysis: Guilt
Analyze the quote and reflect on its significance.
1.
Identify the tone of Sheila’s remark and explain its impact.
[3 marks]2.
Describe how this quote reveals Sheila’s character development.
[3 marks]D
Creative Writing: Speech from Inspector
Imagine you are Inspector Goole speaking at the end of the play. Write a speech about responsibility and morality.
1.
Write a speech of about 25 lines emphasizing the importance of social responsibility.
E
Character Quotes Comparison
Compare the quotes from Mr. Birling and Sheila Birling about responsibility.
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What do these quotes reveal about each character’s attitude towards responsibility?
[3 marks]F
Play’s Moral Message
Based on the quotes and summary, write a short paragraph explaining the play’s main moral lesson.
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Summarize the moral message of 'An Inspector Calls' in two to three sentences.
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- 12/31/2025
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