An Inspector Calls - Dramatic Irony - teaching resource

An Inspector Calls – Dramatic Irony

(23-slide PowerPoint with 2 worksheets)

This engaging GCSE English Literature teaching resource focuses on J.B. Priestley’s use of dramatic irony in An Inspector Calls. Designed for students studying the AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, WJEC, and OCR specifications, the resource helps learners understand how Priestley uses irony to develop character, explore themes, and communicate his political message.

Through a 23-slide editable PowerPoint and two accompanying worksheets, students will:

• Understand dramatic irony using examples from well-known films and literature

• Explore the social and historical context of An Inspector Calls (1912 vs 1945)

• Examine Priestley’s political objectives including social class, socialism, capitalism, and social responsibility

• Analyse Arthur Birling’s false predictions in Act One and their significance

• Complete comprehension questions with a full answer key provided

• Develop essay-writing skills with a structured activity to support GCSE exam preparation

Perfect for classroom teaching, homework, intervention, or revision, this resource contains everything needed to teach how Priestley uses dramatic irony to shape meaning and influence the audience.

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