An Inspector Calls - Themes - teaching resource

An Inspector Calls – Themes

(25-slide PowerPoint with 4 worksheets)

This GCSE English Literature teaching resource explores the key themes in J.B. Priestley’s An Inspector Calls, helping students develop a deeper understanding of the play’s messages and ideas. Designed for learners studying the AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas and WJEC specifications, the resource focuses on social responsibility, class, age, and gender, analysing how Priestley uses these themes to engage and challenge his audience.

Through a 25-slide editable PowerPoint and four accompanying worksheets, students will:

• Analyse Priestley’s presentation of social responsibility and its impact on the characters

• Explore the themes of class, age, and gender, and how they shape attitudes and behaviour

• Study key quotes linked to the play’s central themes and message

• Complete comprehension questions to assess understanding of character, theme, and context (with model answers provided)

Perfect for classroom teaching, revision, homework, or intervention, this resource supports students in preparing for the GCSE English Literature exam.

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