An Inspector Calls: Comparing Mr Birling and the Inspector

This lesson explores contrasting views on responsibility and social class in An Inspector Calls by comparing the attitudes of Arthur Birling and Inspector Goole, helping students understand how Priestley presents opposing viewpoints about society and accountability. The lesson includes:

• Do Now task

-key quotations comparing Birling and the Inspector

-Priestley’s intentions and effect on the audience

• PETAL paragraph model

• Hinge Question

• Plenary reflection to consolidate understanding