Exploring Responsibility in Act 1 of An Inspector Calls

Exploring Responsibility in Act 1 of An Inspector Calls

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to analyze the response of the characters of Sheila, Eric, and Gerald to the theme of responsibility in Act 1 of An Inspector Calls.

What do you already know about the theme of responsibility in An Inspector Calls?

Introduction

Introduce the play An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestly and briefly explain the theme of responsibility.

Character Analysis: Sheila

Analyze Sheila's response to the theme of responsibility in Act 1. Discuss her initial attitude and how it changes throughout the act.

Character Analysis: Eric

Examine Eric's response to the theme of responsibility in Act 1. Explore the reasons behind his guilt and his interaction with the Inspector.

Character Analysis: Gerald

Investigate Gerald's response to the theme of responsibility in Act 1. Discuss his initial denial and eventual acceptance of his role in Eva's situation.

Comparing Responses

Compare and contrast the responses of Sheila, Eric, and Gerald to the theme of responsibility. Discuss similarities and differences in their attitudes and actions.

Worksheet Activity

Distribute the worksheet that focuses on Act 1 of An Inspector Calls and asks students to analyze the responses of Sheila, Eric, and Gerald to the theme of responsibility.

Summary and Reflection

Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson and ask students to reflect on the significance of responsibility in Act 1 of An Inspector Calls.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.