The genres of An Inspector Calls worksheet
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Support students to enhance their understanding of different genres at work in An Inspector Calls by JB Priestley with this genre exploration resource worksheet.
What's included
A genre-focused resource which helps students deepen their understanding of An Inspector Calls by JB Priestley:
- Free printable PDF worksheet for students to explore genre in the play
- For subscribers only, an adaptable and customisable worksheet.
An Inspector Calls revision game
This selection of genre activities help students examine how different genres work together in An Inspector Calls by JB Priestley. GCSE English Literature students who are studying the play for their examination can use this resource to enhance their understanding of the key characters, main themes and major events of the text.
The aim of this resource is to empower students with a deeper knowledge and greater confidence as they write about and analyse the play. Investigating each genre and its definition supports students as they assess the play from a range of perspectives, creating a richer textual and contextual understanding.
Key features of this resource
Students begin by matching each genre to its definition. This is useful for a starter or plenary activity. Valuable across all English study, genre knowledge can help students to more accurately identify textual qualities which can in turn support them in writing detailed responses about their exam texts.
Once students have identified the genres that exist within the play, they can move on to the second activity. This task asks students to pinpoint events or points in the play that align with each genre, further enhancing their textual understanding.
How to use this An Inspector Calls genre resource
This resource is perfect for:
- Building understanding of the text, its themes, plot and characters
- Starter or plenary activities
- Revision sessions and exam or assessment preparation
- Reinforcing revision skills at KS4
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A sample extract from the resource:
An Inspector Calls by JB Priestley
Genre activity
An Inspector Calls is a play that partially conforms with the conventions of many genres.
Match the genre/category to the definition.
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Drawing room play |
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A formulaic rather than naturalistic play with a neat plot which is often influenced by events that have taken place before the action begins. |
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Well-made play |
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A play ending badly, usually in death, for the main character. |
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Morality play |
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A play (usually light-hearted) about middle class characters in their homes, confronting social problems. |
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Tragedy |
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A medieval play featuring allegorical characters. These plays explored good and evil. |
