An Inspector Calls – Exploring Priestley’s Use of Structure

This resource provides a clear and detailed analysis of Priestley’s use of structure in An Inspector Calls, focusing on cliffhangers, suspense, tension, and cyclical elements.

It explains how structural choices enhance the play’s themes of social responsibility, class, and moral reflection, making the analysis accessible and engaging.

Key features:

Clear explanations of cliffhangers, suspense, tension, ambiguity, and cyclical structure

Examples from the play to illustrate structural techniques

Discussion of how structure links to key themes and audience impact

Colourful, easy-to-follow layout with emojis to enhance engagement

Includes an accompanying worksheet to reinforce and practise key concepts

Includes a worksheet to help apply knowledge and analyse Priestley’s structural techniques.