GCSE Literature: An Inspector Calls | Implied Meanings in the Play Worksheet

Symbolism and irony across An Inspector Calls: students complete a table on symbols such as the engagement ring and the Titanic, name the type of irony in given quotations and answer one of five essay questions.
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Years 10–11 (Key Stage 4)
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Updated Apr 03, 2022

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Literature, English
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This worksheet pairs with An Inspector Calls.

Students will analyse the implied meanings of the play by completing the graphic organiser.

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Learning objectives

  • Explain what symbols such as Eva Smith, alcohol and the Palace Bar represent

  • Identify dramatic, verbal and situational irony in quotations

  • Write an extended response drawing on the whole play

Skills covered

  • Interpreting symbols — explaining the meaning of each item and why

  • Identifying irony — naming the speaker and the irony type

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Core concepts

  • Symbolism

  • Dramatic irony

  • Verbal irony

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