An Inspector Calls

Welcome to The GCSE English Coach: An Inspector Calls (AQA) Revision Guide!
This comprehensive study resource has been carefully designed to support students in Year 9 through to Year 11 as they prepare for their GCSE English Literature examinations. It focuses on J.B. Priestley’s play An Inspector Calls, a powerful and thought-provoking drama that explores themes of social responsibility, class, guilt, and morality.
The guide provides a clear and structured approach to revising the play, helping students understand the key ideas, characters, themes, and historical context that underpin Priestley’s message. Each section breaks down the essential elements of the text — from detailed character analyses and thematic explorations to key quotations and exam-style model answers — all aligned with the AQA exam board requirements.
This resource can be used flexibly in a variety of ways:
In-Class Support: Teachers can use it to supplement lessons, encourage discussion, and guide essay practice.
Independent Study: Students can work through each section at their own pace, using the summaries and example answers to strengthen understanding.
Exam Preparation: The included exam tips, practice questions, and model responses offer valuable insight into how to structure answers effectively and achieve higher grades.
Whether you are beginning your study of An Inspector Calls in Year 9, revising key themes in Year 10, or perfecting your exam technique in Year 11, this resource aims to build confidence, deepen understanding, and inspire thoughtful responses to one of the most enduring and socially conscious plays in the GCSE curriculum.