





This no-prep unit of work and set of teaching activities helps students analyse Act 2 of An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley, concentrating on Mrs Birling’s role in the charity committee and the dramatic build-up to the act’s climax. The unit also provides exam practice for IGCSE English Literature students.
Included Activities:
1. Comprehension Quizzes: Two interactive quick quizzes (with answers) reinforce understanding of key plot points and character actions, focusing on Mrs Birling and tension within the Birling family.
2. Focus on Dramatic Effect: A scaffolded activity lets students identify techniques Priestley uses to intensify drama, highlighting use of stage directions, character absence, and foreshadowing .
3. Exam Preparation 1: PEEL Essay Planning: A structured, scaffolded activity (Point-Evidence-Explanation-Link) guide facilitates a close analysis of how characters (Mrs Birling, Sheila, Gerald, the Inspector) create tension, supported by quotes and detailed commentary and analysis.
4. Exam Preparation 1: Exam-Style Essay Question: An exam style essay question that provides guided exam practice for IGCSE English Literature students.
5. Teaching Slides & Answer Key: Ready-to-use presentation slides and a comprehensive answer key are provided, supporting both classroom teaching and independent student study. The slides guide students through the lesson, reducing prep time for busy teachers!
This resource supports close reading, critical analysis, and academic essay writing, making it ideal for classroom discussion, independent revision, and exam preparation
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