An Inspector Calls - Character Analysis

Unlock the secrets of An Inspector Calls—seven GCSE resources that expose guilt, power, and conscience in key character’s downfall.

Unlock deep understanding of Priestley’s moral drama with this differentiated resource pack.
This seven-part bundle offers five-tiered character analyses for each of the play’s central figures: The Inspector, Mr Birling, Sheila Birling, Sybil Birling, Eric Birling, Gerald Croft, and Eva Smith/Daisy Renton. Designed to support inclusive classrooms, this resource scaffolds learning from basic comprehension to advanced evaluation, making it ideal for GCSE English Literature students of all abilities.

What’s Inside?
Each character resource includes:

Tiered Vocabulary: From foundational terms to analytical language.
Structured Takeaways: Six key insights per character.
Exam-Style Questions: Progression from Identify to Evaluate, aligned with AO1–AO4.
Visual Prompts: Stimulate discussion and interpretation.
Symbolism & Context: Links to historical, social, and literary themes.

Why It Works

Supports adaptive teaching and differentiated instruction.
Reinforces understanding of character, theme, and context.
Encourages critical thinking and moral reflection.
Perfect for revision, homework, or classroom analysis.

Character Focus

The Inspector – Moral voice and catalyst for truth.
Mr Birling – Embodiment of capitalist arrogance.
Sheila Birling – Journey from ignorance to awareness.
Sybil Birling – Cold authority and denial of responsibility.
Eric Birling – Flawed youth and emotional reckoning.
Gerald Croft – Charm, hypocrisy, and conditional morality.
Eva Smith / Daisy Renton – The voiceless symbol of social injustice.