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.

- Year groups
- Years 10–11 (Key Stage 4)
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- Preparation
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- Literature, English
- Topic
- English, Worksheet
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- Worksheets
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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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Symbolism
Dramatic irony
Verbal irony
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