Worksheet on An Inspector Calls - Themes: Class
English
Grade 6
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~22 mins
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A comprehension worksheet focusing on themes of class and social issues in 'An Inspector Calls'. Designed for Grade 6 students to analyze how social class impacts characters and events.
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Worksheet on An Inspector Calls - Themes: Class
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Grade Grade 6
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Scene Summary and Context
In J.B. Priestley's play 'An Inspector Calls,' the story is set in 1912 England, a time marked by stark social divisions. The Birling family, affluent and proud of their social status, hosts a dinner when an unexpected visitor, Inspector Goole, arrives to investigate a young woman's tragic death. Throughout the play, Priestley explores themes of social responsibility and class inequality. The Birlings' attitudes reflect the class prejudices of the era, with characters often dismissing the struggles of those below their social standing. As the inspector questions each family member, revelations emerge about their connections to the deceased, highlighting differences in social consciousness. Short phrases like 'community,' 'responsibility,' and 'social hierarchy' are central to the dialogue and themes, prompting viewers to reflect on societal issues about fairness and empathy. The setting and dialogue serve as a mirror to the social issues of early 20th-century England, encouraging audiences to consider their own responsibilities toward others regardless of social class.
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Questions
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and your understanding of social issues in the play.
1.
What is the setting of 'An Inspector Calls' and what social issues does it highlight?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase from the scene summary that indicates the play's focus on social responsibility.
[1 mark]3.
How do the characters' attitudes towards social class contribute to the play's message?
[4 marks]4.
Which character in the play is used to challenge the social hierarchy, and how?
[3 marks]5.
Describe how Priestley uses dialogue to emphasize social issues in the scene.
[4 marks]6.
Choose the phrase 'community' or 'responsibility' and explain its significance in promoting social awareness.
[2 marks]7.
In what ways does the setting of the play reflect social inequalities of the time?
[2 marks]8.
Analyze how Priestley's portrayal of the Birling family comments on social responsibility.
[4 marks]9.
Select one quote from the play that relates to social hierarchy and explain its importance.
[3 marks]10.
What message does the inspector convey about social class at the end of the scene?
[2 marks]11.
Creative Prompt: Write a short dialogue between two characters from different social classes discussing a community issue.
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- 12/31/2025
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