An Inspector Calls Quiz

The play is set in 1912, while written in 1945, highlighting the changing social attitudes and divisions between classes and genders of the time.

Strict social divisions in 1912 Britain, with two main classes: upper and working class, rarely interacting, characterized by significant disparity. Working class suffered while upper class dominated.

Limited opportunities for women. unmarried women frequently faced limited prospects, including prostitution as a necessity. Female roles were strongly subordinate to men.

Dramatic irony in the play, referencing the Titanic, which sank shortly after its maiden voyage in the play's setting, highlighting the fragility of beliefs shown by the characters.

As the author wrote the play in 1945, he aimed to critique the attitudes and societal inequalities prevalent in 1912, especially the capitalist views of people like Mr. Birling.

Society after World War Two, experiencing recovery, reduced class distinctions, and increased opportunities for women.

Born working-class, Priestley served in WWI, and studied at Cambridge, focusing on literature and politics, becoming a writer of plays, novels, and biographies.

Priestley was strongly concerned about social inequality and advocated for the public ownership of land and a more democratic political system.

Priestley, a supporter of Labour Party's goal in 1945, believed wartime problems could've been prevented by more cooperation between people.

Inspector Goole is a character in Priestley's plays, and represents Priestley's views on societal problems.

erratic, changed, guilty, alcoholic, empathetic, accusatory, responsible, insightful, ashamed, principled, unsupported, remorseful, patronised

pretentious, distraught, moralistic, apologetic, envious, aware, infantalised, fortunate, materialistic, likeable, changed, inferior, embarrassed, immature, patronised

irritated, longwinded, disdainful, controlling, foolish, deceitful, aggressive, hard-headed, static, bigoted, bully, egocentric, impatient, angry, capitalistic, assertive, defensive

emotitive, direct, logical, important, enigmatic, symbolic, accusing, dominant, didactic, clever, frank, ghastly, influential, commanding, authoritative

"crupted dark-red jewels", "but nothing happens", "winds that drive us", "our brains ache", "flowing flakes that float"

Sybil believes she is better than others, particularly those of a lower social class, and acts with a sense of self-importance.

Sybil holds biased opinions and beliefs, specifically demonstrating prejudice towards women of lower social standing.

Sybil represents an older generation, with different values and attitudes towards societal norms, especially when it comes to women.

Sybil displays a detachment from the feelings and experiences of others, particularly when judging those in lower classes or the consequences of her actions.

Sybil shows no remorse for her actions and does not regret the outcomes of her decisions.