An Inspector Calls

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Dive into the thought-provoking world of J.B. Priestley's "An Inspector Calls" with this engaging quiz. Whether you're a student, a teacher, or just a fan of literature, this quiz will help you test your understanding of the themes, characters, and historical context of the play.

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Explore themes of socialism and class struggle
Understand the historical context of the play

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How does the war affect our understanding of the play?

The characters of the play are unaware of the war, whereas the audience have just experienced it.

The audience is unaware of the war, however the characters have just survived it.

The characters are all very aware that war is coming.

No one is aware that war is coming, so it doesn't affect our understanding.

Which of the following statements is TRUE

The class system was more important after WW2

The class distinctions of when the play is set (1912) were being challenged after WW2

The class system stayed the same.

The class system became even more strict after the war.

Which character would have benefitted from the Welfare State if it had been introduced in 1912?

Eva Smith

Sheila Birling

Mr Birling

Gerald Croft

Who came into power following WW2?

Winston Churchill for the Conservatives

Clement Attlee for Labour Party

Neither of the above

Mr Birling describes the Titanic as "unsinkable" this is an example of..

Atmosphere

Stereotypes

Dramatic irony

Pathos

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