‘An Inspector Calls’: Priestley’s theatrical strategy; politics, genre, and form

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Considering ‘An Inspector Calls’ as a political text

I can explain how ‘An Inspector Calls’ can be interpreted as a political text.

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Naturalism and expressionism in 'An Inspector Calls'

I can analyse how Priestley uses conventions of naturalism and expressionism to support his political agenda.

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'An Inspector Calls' as Brechtian theatre and socialist realism

I can explain how ‘An Inspector Calls’ could be considered as both Brechtian theatre and socialist realism.

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Using context effectively in ‘An Inspector Calls’ essays

I can use context effectively to elevate my responses on ‘An Inspector Calls’.

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'An Inspector Calls' and the morality play tradition

I can explain how ‘An Inspector Calls’ draws on the morality play tradition.

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Narrative voice and subjective truth in 'An Inspector Calls'

I can explain how Priestley uses narrative voice and a fragmented narrative to present subjective truth and bias.

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Writing a response on 'An Inspector Calls' and theatrical traditions

I can write a response on ‘An Inspector Calls’ and Priestley's engagement with theatrical traditions.

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