Grade 9 An Inspector Calls Mrs Birling Lesson

This lesson include extensive analysis of key quotes, notes on context, thoughtful alternative interpretations, themes, grade 9 critical ideas, and a question for independent student work with a writing frame to support all students. Key vocabulary, terminology, and paragraph structuring is included, as are opportunities for students to mark and improve their own work.

Quotes included are:
‘Arthur you’re not supposed to say such things’
‘Now Sheila don’t tease him. When you’re married you’ll realise that men with important work to do sometimes have to spend nearly all their time and energy on their business.’
“I’m sorry it should have come to such a horrible end. But I accept no blame for it”
“She was claiming elaborate fine feelings and scruples that were simply absurd in a girl in her position.”
“Go and look for the father of the child. It’s his responsibility.”

Working towards:
How is Mrs Birling presented throughout the play?