Worksheet on An Inspector Calls: Social Responsibility
English
Grade 6
9 questions
~18 mins
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This worksheet explores the themes of social responsibility in J.B. Priestley's 'An Inspector Calls'. It features a scene summary, context guide, and a variety of questions designed to encourage critical thinking and creative writing in Grade 6 students.
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Worksheet on An Inspector Calls: Social Responsibility
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Scene Summary and Context
In the play 'An Inspector Calls', the Birling family hosts a dinner at their estate. Suddenly, an Inspector arrives, investigating the suicide of a young woman named Eva Smith. Through questioning, the Inspector reveals how each family member contributed to her downfall, highlighting issues of social responsibility. The play emphasizes the importance of caring for others and accepting responsibility for one’s actions. The phrase 'We are all members of one body' encapsulates the play’s central message. Priestley uses dialogue and dramatic tension to explore the consequences of selfishness and the need for societal change.
1.
What is the main theme discussed in the scene summary?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the phrase used to sum up the play's central message.
[2 marks]3.
Explain in a few sentences why the Inspector’s arrival is a turning point in the story.
[3 marks]4.
Which literary technique does Priestley primarily use to build tension during the inspector's questioning?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Dramatic irony
Cc) Dialogue
Dd) Foreshadowing
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Describe in your own words what the phrase 'We are all members of one body' suggests about society.
[3 marks]6.
What social issue does the play highlight through Eva Smith's story?
[2 marks]7.
Identify and describe one literary device used in the context guide to emphasize the play’s message.
[3 marks]8.
Why is understanding social responsibility important for society today?
[3 marks]9.
Reflect on a time when you or your family took responsibility for a mistake. How did it affect others?
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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