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An Inspector Calls Quotes for GCSE: Character Analysis and Responsibility
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Georgia Price
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Page 2: Mrs Birling's Prejudice and Pride
This section reveals Mrs Birling's character through her involvement with the charity organization and her treatment of Eva Smith, highlighting class prejudice and social hypocrisy.
Quote: "That was one of the things that prejudiced me against her"
Highlight: Mrs Birling's position in the "Brumley women's charity organisation" contrasts sharply with her uncharitable behavior
Vocabulary: "Imperative" tone used to demonstrate her authority and self-importance
Example: Her statement "I consider I did my duty" shows her lack of remorse and social responsibility
Page 3: Sheila's Character Development
This page focuses on Sheila's transformation and growing awareness of social responsibility, marking a clear contrast with her parents' static views.
Quote: "These girls aren't cheap labour, they're people"
Highlight: Sheila's character development is shown through her recognition of working-class humanity
Definition: "Patriarchy" is referenced to show the male-dominated society's impact on women's lives
Example: Her admission about Eva's looks reveals her initial vanity and subsequent growth
Page 4: Eric's Guilt and Responsibility
Eric's confrontation with his role in Eva's death reveals the younger generation's capacity for change and acceptance of responsibility.
Quote: "You killed her - and the child my child - your grandchild"
Highlight: The fragmented language emphasizes emotional intensity and genuine remorse
Example: His attempt to blame alcohol shows his initial struggle with accepting responsibility
Vocabulary: "Colloquial language" used to show his emotional state and youth
Page 5: Gerald's Manipulation
This section exposes Gerald's character through his relationship with Eva Smith, revealing themes of class exploitation and male privilege.
Quote: "You were the wonderful fairy princess"
Highlight: Gerald's manipulation of Eva through money and false affection
Example: His description of Eva as a "favourite haunt" objectifies her and shows his disregard for her humanity
Page 6: The Inspector's Message
The final page emphasizes the Inspector's role as Priestley's mouthpiece for social commentary and the play's central message about collective responsibility.
Quote: "There are millions and millions and millions of Eva Smiths and John Smiths"
Highlight: The Inspector serves as a vehicle for Priestley's socialist views
Example: Eva Smith's surname symbolizes all working-class people who suffer from social inequality
Definition: "Social responsibility" is presented as the key theme through the Inspector's final speech
Page 1: Mr Birling's Capitalistic Nature
The opening page establishes Mr Birling's character as a representation of capitalistic values and selfishness. His character embodies the older generation's resistance to social change and responsibility.
Quote: "A man has to make his own way-has to look after himself and his family too"
Highlight: Mr Birling's pragmatic and self-centered worldview is emphasized through his dismissal of collective responsibility
Example: His confidence in declaring "No chance of war" demonstrates dramatic irony, as the audience knows about both World Wars
Definition: The term "hard-headed man of business" serves as a metaphor for the ruthless capitalistic mindset of the era
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Page 2: Mrs Birling's Prejudice and Pride
This section reveals Mrs Birling's character through her involvement with the charity organization and her treatment of Eva Smith, highlighting class prejudice and social hypocrisy.
Quote: "That was one of the things that prejudiced me against her"
Highlight: Mrs Birling's position in the "Brumley women's charity organisation" contrasts sharply with her uncharitable behavior
Vocabulary: "Imperative" tone used to demonstrate her authority and self-importance
Example: Her statement "I consider I did my duty" shows her lack of remorse and social responsibility
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Page 3: Sheila's Character Development
This page focuses on Sheila's transformation and growing awareness of social responsibility, marking a clear contrast with her parents' static views.
Quote: "These girls aren't cheap labour, they're people"
Highlight: Sheila's character development is shown through her recognition of working-class humanity
Definition: "Patriarchy" is referenced to show the male-dominated society's impact on women's lives
Example: Her admission about Eva's looks reveals her initial vanity and subsequent growth
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Page 4: Eric's Guilt and Responsibility
Eric's confrontation with his role in Eva's death reveals the younger generation's capacity for change and acceptance of responsibility.
Quote: "You killed her - and the child my child - your grandchild"
Highlight: The fragmented language emphasizes emotional intensity and genuine remorse
Example: His attempt to blame alcohol shows his initial struggle with accepting responsibility
Vocabulary: "Colloquial language" used to show his emotional state and youth
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Page 5: Gerald's Manipulation
This section exposes Gerald's character through his relationship with Eva Smith, revealing themes of class exploitation and male privilege.
Quote: "You were the wonderful fairy princess"
Highlight: Gerald's manipulation of Eva through money and false affection
Example: His description of Eva as a "favourite haunt" objectifies her and shows his disregard for her humanity
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Page 6: The Inspector's Message
The final page emphasizes the Inspector's role as Priestley's mouthpiece for social commentary and the play's central message about collective responsibility.
Quote: "There are millions and millions and millions of Eva Smiths and John Smiths"
Highlight: The Inspector serves as a vehicle for Priestley's socialist views
Example: Eva Smith's surname symbolizes all working-class people who suffer from social inequality
Definition: "Social responsibility" is presented as the key theme through the Inspector's final speech
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Page 1: Mr Birling's Capitalistic Nature
The opening page establishes Mr Birling's character as a representation of capitalistic values and selfishness. His character embodies the older generation's resistance to social change and responsibility.
Quote: "A man has to make his own way-has to look after himself and his family too"
Highlight: Mr Birling's pragmatic and self-centered worldview is emphasized through his dismissal of collective responsibility
Example: His confidence in declaring "No chance of war" demonstrates dramatic irony, as the audience knows about both World Wars
Definition: The term "hard-headed man of business" serves as a metaphor for the ruthless capitalistic mindset of the era
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Thomas R
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This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
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Sudenaz Ocak
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In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
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Stefan S
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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
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Thomas R
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David K
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Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
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Elisha
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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
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