This is a National 5 English A-grade critical essay which examines Arthur Miller’s play All My Sons in relation to the following question: Choose a play which explores an issue or theme which interests you. By referring to appropriate techniques, explain how this issue or theme is explored. This essay discusses the failure of the American Dream through a multi-layered approach: the physical setting, the conflict between George Deever and Chris Keller, and Joe Keller’s avarice in putting profit before human lives.

This is a National 5 English A-grade critical essay which examines Arthur Miller’s play All My Sons in relation to the following question: Choose a play in which the writer creates an interesting character. By referring to appropriate techniques, explain how the writer makes this character interesting. This essay discusses the depiction of Joe Keller and the theme of self-interest versus social responsibility, and how this is presented through Keller’s characterisation within the play. Evidence from the play has been highlighted in light blue for easier use.