a typical character, situation, or symbol representing universal human experiences

an independent thinker who challenges norms, takes risks and often goes against tradition or authority

a person who behaves unpredictably, often defying rules and conventions

someone who is persistent and never gives up, no matter the difficulty

a person who is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, regardless of the consequences for others

Exploring the Inspector as an archetype in 'An Inspector Calls'

English

In 'Animal Farm: Barriers to Leadership', pupils evaluate the different types of leadership styles presented in the novella. In 'Animal Farm: Lies and Deception', pupils explore how key images, such as food and the windmill, are used a symbols of the lies and deceit of the pigs.

In this unit, pupils explore how Priestly presents the Inspector and crime and punishment in 'An Inspector Calls'. They first look at different ways of interpreting the Inspector, before then thinking about what messages about crime and punishment Priestly is communicating.

Modern text: second deep dive

Which word beginning with 'a' can be described as a typical character, situation, or symbol representing universal human experiences?

a commitment to justice and morality above legal boundaries

an ability to follow protocol meticulously

a willingness to bend or break the rules for the ‘greater good’

dominance, directness, and relentless interrogation tactics

challenge authority, often acting alone or against traditional methods

Which of the following answers would **not** be considered a typical characteristic of the rogue or maverick Inspector archetype?

In 'An Inspector Calls' which adverb does Priestley use to describe the Inspector's interruptions?

In Act 2 of 'An Inspector Calls', the Inspector tells Mr Birling not to…

by selectively showing a photograph to each person

by threatening them with legal consequences

by revealing a letter written by Eva Smith

by using a newspaper article to expose their actions

In 'An Inspector Calls', how does the Inspector subtly control the investigation and the Birlings' responses?

In 'An Inspector Calls', the Inspector uses emotive and graphic words to describe Eva's death. Which words does he use to describe how she died?

It suggests that he may not be real, adding a supernatural element to the play.

It shows that he is an ordinary police officer with no special qualities.

It reveals that he has a personal connection to the Birlings.

It shows that he is not committed to solving the case.

In 'An Inspector Calls', what is the significance of the Inspector's mysterious background?

In 'An Inspector Calls' the inspector's full name is Inspector {{}}.

The Inspector arrives at the Birling household, investigating Eva Smith’s death.

He begins questioning Mr Birling about his role in firing Eva from his factory.

He interrogates Sheila, uncovering her role in having Eva fired from a shop.

The Inspector reveals that Eva Smith changed her name to Daisy Renton.

The Inspector questions Gerald, revealing his affair with Eva Smith.

The Inspector exposes Mrs Birling’s role in denying Eva help at the charity.

He forces Eric to confess and it is revealed that he's the father of Eva's baby.

Put the plot points from 'An Inspector Calls' in the correct chronological order.

In Act 3 of 'An Inspector Calls', the Inspector delivers a speech where he states that men will be taught a lesson. Which words does he use to describe how or where this will happen?

In 'An Inspector Calls', the doorbell rings to signal the entrance of the Inspector. Which word does Priestley use to describe its sound?

In 'An Inspector Calls', which words does Priestley use to describe the way the Inspector should talk?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Exploring the Inspector as an archetype in 'An Inspector Calls'

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.