Plot Summary

• Who is the author of "An Inspector Calls"?

  J B Priestley
• What is the central event in "An Inspector Calls"?

  The death of Eva Smith
• What role does Inspector Goole play in the story?

  He interrogates the Birling family
• How does Eva Smith die in the play?

  She drinks disinfectant
• What dramatic technique does Priestley use effectively in the play?

  Dramatic irony
• When was "An Inspector Calls" first performed?

  1945
• What significant historical context surrounds the play's performance?

  Post-World War changes in society
• In what year is "An Inspector Calls" set?

  1912
• What does the term "class mobile" refer to in the context of the play?

  Movement upwards in social class
• How does Priestley use the setting of 1912 to convey his message?

  Characters lack knowledge of future events
• What are the key themes in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Social responsibility
  • Class and inequality
  • The impact of actions on others
  • The role of the individual in society
• How does the character of Inspector Goole function in the narrative?

  • Catalyst for revealing family secrets
  • Represents social conscience
  • Challenges the Birlings' moral responsibility
• Who is the author of "An Inspector Calls"?

  J B Priestley
• What is the central event in "An Inspector Calls"?

  The interrogation of the Birling family
• What is the name of the young girl who died?

  Eva Smith
• How did Eva Smith die?

  She drank disinfectant
• What does the Inspector want to find out from the Birling family?

  If they are responsible for Eva's death
• Why was Eva Smith sacked from Arthur Birling's factory?

  For going on strike
• How does Mr. Birling respond to the Inspector's questioning?

  He refuses to accept responsibility
• What does Sheila Birling feel about her role in Eva's fate?

  She feels deeply ashamed and responsible
• What does Gerald confess to the Inspector?

  He had an affair with Eva
• What does Sheila do after Gerald's confession?

  She returns the engagement ring
• What did Sybil Birling refuse to do for Eva?

  Help her when she was pregnant
• Who is revealed to be the father of Eva's child?

  Eric Birling
• What action did Eric take to help Eva?

  He stole money from his father
• What happens after the Inspector leaves?

  The family calls the infirmary
• What shocking news does Mr. Birling receive at the end?

  A young woman has died from disinfectant
• What does the phone call reveal about the situation?

  The police are coming to question them
• What are the key plot details of "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Inspector Goole interrogates the Birling family
  • Eva Smith's suicide by drinking disinfectant
  • Each family member's connection to Eva's fate
  • The revelation of secrets and responsibilities
  • The shocking phone call at the end
• What themes are explored in "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Social responsibility
  • Class and privilege
  • Gender roles
  • The impact of actions on others
• Who is the author of "An Inspector Calls"?

  J B Priestley
• What is the main event that triggers the plot in "An Inspector Calls"?

  The death of Eva Smith
• What is the setting of "An Inspector Calls"?

  • Takes place in a single room
  • Few adjustments needed during performance
  • House described as 'not cosy and homelike'
• What does Mr Birling reveal during his speech at the engagement party?

  He is happy about Sheila marrying Gerald
• Why does Mr Birling feel the marriage will be to his advantage?

  Gerald's parents are wealthy business owners
• What does Mr Birling boast about during his speech?

  He is to be considered for a knighthood
• What incorrect predictions does Mr Birling make?

  War will never happen and Titanic is unsinkable
• How does the audience's knowledge of 1945 affect their perception of Mr Birling?

  They realize he is often incorrect
• What is Eric Birling's state during the engagement party?

  He is distracted and a little drunk
• What does Sheila tease Gerald about during the speech?

  Neglecting her last summer