J.B. Priestley’s An Inspector Calls may be set in Edwardian England, but its structure, characterisation, and message borrow heavily from an older dramatic tradition — the morality play. In this article, we’ll explore what defines a morality play and how Priestley adapts this classic form to challenge a 20th-century audience.
Practising with past paper questions is one of the most effective ways to prepare for your English Literature exam. This article brings together real exam-style essay questions on An Inspector Calls, organised by theme to help you revise more strategically. Whether you’re studying for the Edexcel IGCSE or another GCSE board, these themed questions will […]
Students preparing for GCSE and IGCSE English Literature must be confident in using key quotations effectively. These ten quotes have been selected for their gravitas, relevance, and flexibility — they can be used across a range of essay questions and are supported by clear analysis and exam strategy tips.
Writing an essay on An Inspector Calls can feel daunting at first. Whether you’re preparing for GCSE English Literature or Edexcel IGCSE Paper 2, a clear paragraph structure is essential for building strong, focused responses. One of the best methods to use when starting out is the PEEL structure. This tried-and-tested format helps you stay […]
Understanding how J.B. Priestley uses language, form and structure in An Inspector Calls is essential for achieving top marks in your GCSE English Literature exam. These elements are central to AO2 – the exam assessment objective that focuses on the writer’s methods and how they shape meaning.
Inspector Goole is one of the most unusual and compelling figures in An Inspector Calls. He appears without warning, shifts the mood of the play instantly, and directs the action from the moment he arrives. His investigation into the death of Eva Smith becomes a moral interrogation, uncovering not just facts but failures of empathy, […]
An Inspector Calls is more than a mystery play — it’s a call to reflect on society, justice, and how individuals treat one another. Written by J.B. Priestley in 1945, just after the Second World War, and set in 1912, the play explores what happens when people avoid responsibility and ignore inequality. Through the story […]
Whether you’re revising for your Edexcel IGCSE or another English Literature exam board, knowing the characters in An Inspector Calls — and understanding how Priestley uses them — is key to hitting the assessment objectives. Most essay questions will ask you to write about a character, a theme, or both. To do this well, you […]
An Inspector Calls is often described as a detective drama, but at its core, it’s a powerful piece of political theatre. Written by J.B. Priestley in 1945 and set just before the First World War, the play examines class, responsibility, and social change through a carefully structured sequence of revelations. Understanding the plot — not […]
Studying for your Edexcel IGCSE Physics exam can be overwhelming — especially with so many topics to cover and limited time to revise. One of the most effective ways to prepare is by practising past paper questions organised by topic. It allows you to focus on specific areas, identify weak spots, and develop confidence with […]
In the Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Paper 1, the Section B poetry comparison question is always shaped around a theme. This theme acts as the lens through which you’re asked to explore and compare two poems from the anthology. Whether you’re working with two named poems or selecting one of your own, understanding the kinds […]
In Section B of Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Paper 1, you will be asked to compare two poems from the anthology. This is a 30-mark question that gives you the chance to explore how poets communicate ideas through language, form, and structure, and to reflect on the choices they make when expressing themes and emotions.
The unseen poetry question in Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Paper 1 gives you the opportunity to read a poem for the first time and respond thoughtfully. It is a chance to demonstrate how you notice detail, interpret meaning, and explore how writers use language to shape ideas and emotions.
Success are GCSE and IGCSE English Literature—especially in the unseen poetry section—relies on understanding what a poem says, and also how it says it. The secret here lies in mastering the literary techniques poets use to shape meaning, mood, and message.
If you’re studying for the Edexcel International GCSE in English Literature, Paper 2 (4ET1/02), you’ll need to tackle Section A: Modern Drama. Whether you’re reading An Inspector Calls, A View from the Bridge, or any other modern text, one of the most common questions students ask is: “Do I need to write about historical or […]
Analysed the International GCSE past papers and grouped the questions by topic. Here, you will find questions relating to the topic – Astrophysics. Use these to familiarise, practice and prepare for your IGCSE Physics examination.
We analysed the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE past papers and grouped the questions by topic. Here, you will find questions relating to the topic – Radioactivity and particles. Use these to familiarise, practice and prepare for your IGCSE Physics examination.
We analysed the International GCSE past papers and grouped the questions by topic. Here, you will find questions relating to the topic – Magnetism and electromagnetism. Use these to familiarise, practice and prepare for your IGCSE Physics examination.
We analysed the International GCSE past papers and grouped the questions by topic. Here, you will find questions relating to the topic – Solids, liquids and gases. Use these to familiarise, practice and prepare for your IGCSE Physics examination.
We analysed the International GCSE past papers and grouped the questions by topic. Here, you will find questions relating to the topic – Energy resources and energy transfers. Use these to familiarise, practice and prepare for your IGCSE Physics examination. You can find earlier papers below: IGCSE Physics Past Papers Exam Questions on Energy resources […]