An Inspector Calls - Arthur Birling - teaching resource

An Inspector Calls – Arthur Birling | GCSE English Literature

This teaching resource provides a detailed study of Arthur Birling, one of the central characters in J.B. Priestley’s ‘An Inspector Calls’. Perfect for students studying the AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas and WJEC specifications, it is designed for GCSE English Literature students studying the Post-1914 Drama component, this resource explores Birling’s character in depth and prepares learners for exam-style essay writing.

The resource includes a 20-slide fully editable PowerPoint and an accompanying worksheet, featuring a range of engaging activities, model answers, and structured tasks suitable for learners of all abilities.

What’s Included

• First Impressions – Analysing stage directions and Birling’s early dialogue to explore his initial presentation

• Character Profile – Creating a detailed Arthur Birling profile based on evidence from the play

• Key Quotations – Studying quotes that reveal Birling’s attitudes, traits, and role in the play

• Comprehension Tasks – Questions to assess understanding, with suggested answers provided

• Exam Preparation – An essay-writing activity with a full example response to model high-level analysis

This resource is fully editable and can be adapted to suit different abilities, teaching styles, and classroom needs.

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