An Inspector Calls Gcse Revision — [patched]

: Symbolizes "altruistic" hope and represents the younger generation's ability to change.

By , the British public had endured two world wars and wanted a fairer society. Priestley, a staunch socialist, co-founded the Common Wealth Party to advocate for public ownership and democracy. He set the play in 1912 so his 1945 audience could look back and see exactly how the ruling class's selfishness led to global conflict. Dramatic Irony

The wealthy Birling family and Gerald Croft celebrate the engagement of Sheila Birling and Gerald. Arthur Birling delivers speeches praising capitalism, progress, and the impossibility of war. an inspector calls gcse revision

Universalises Eva's plight; represents the global working class.

Priestley suggests that the "younger generation" (Sheila and Eric) are "more impressionable" and capable of change, whereas the "older generation" (Arthur and Sybil) are stuck in their ways. : Symbolizes "altruistic" hope and represents the younger

Represents the capacity for growth, empathy, and the adoption of socialism.

forced himself on her, got her pregnant, and stole money to give her. He set the play in 1912 so his

The play revolves around the Birling family, who are celebrating their daughter Sheila's engagement to Gerald Croft. The festivities are interrupted by the arrival of Inspector Goole, who is investigating the death of a young woman, Eva Smith. As the inspector questions each member of the family, it becomes clear that they all had interactions with Eva and contributed to her tragic demise.

"We don't live alone. We are members of one body. We are responsible for each other." Age and Generation Divide