Writing an Inspector Calls essay
Introduction – Overall, what is the role of the character/ theme throughout the
whole play? You could include context. Be brief! (3/ 4 sentences)
3 main paragraphs
P – A statement that refers to the question (remember to refer to Priestley.
E – Evidence
Chose quotes carefully, making sure you can analyse them closely.
Integrate this evidence seamlessly into your paragraph.
A – Analyse
Use accurate terminology referring to the techniques that Priestley
uses.
Pick out two key words and analyse – refer to the audience.
C – Context
How do the ideas explored in the paragraph link to social and historical
context? Make sure that you include a variety of context – do not repeat
yourself!
Conclusion
Overall what have you found out about the character/ theme? Is it in line with
what was stated in your introduction?
What does the examiner want to see?
Analysis of language and/ or structure
Effective use of quotations
Analysis of key words integrated into paragraphs
Accurate terminology – dramatic irony, metaphor etc.
Consideration of ideas/ themes, characters, plot and setting
Refer to social, historical and literary context – be brief.
Respond and answer the question
You have 45mins to answer this question. You should include 5mins planning.
Plan: How do I plan?
1) Create a spider diagram/ bullet point 3 points responding to the question
2) Think of the evidence that you will use to support each point - make sure
you can analyse it.
3) Circle words/ techniques that you know you want to analyse.
Introduction – Overall, what is the role of the character/ theme throughout the
whole play? You could include context. Be brief! (3/ 4 sentences)
3 main paragraphs
P – A statement that refers to the question (remember to refer to Priestley.
E – Evidence
Chose quotes carefully, making sure you can analyse them closely.
Integrate this evidence seamlessly into your paragraph.
A – Analyse
Use accurate terminology referring to the techniques that Priestley
uses.
Pick out two key words and analyse – refer to the audience.
C – Context
How do the ideas explored in the paragraph link to social and historical
context? Make sure that you include a variety of context – do not repeat
yourself!
Conclusion
Overall what have you found out about the character/ theme? Is it in line with
what was stated in your introduction?
What does the examiner want to see?
Analysis of language and/ or structure
Effective use of quotations
Analysis of key words integrated into paragraphs
Accurate terminology – dramatic irony, metaphor etc.
Consideration of ideas/ themes, characters, plot and setting
Refer to social, historical and literary context – be brief.
Respond and answer the question
You have 45mins to answer this question. You should include 5mins planning.
Plan: How do I plan?
1) Create a spider diagram/ bullet point 3 points responding to the question
2) Think of the evidence that you will use to support each point - make sure
you can analyse it.
3) Circle words/ techniques that you know you want to analyse.
