The document outlines the coursework and exams for a GCSE English literature class, including analyzing J.B. Priestley's play "An Inspector Calls". Students will explore the characters, themes, social context, and staging of key scenes. They will also consider the role and importance of the Inspector and his effect on other characters by referring to two or three scenes in detail.

1. Objectives: To understand what will be required of you in our next Coursework piece To explore the opening stage directions of ‘An Inspector Calls’

2. GCSE Eng/Eng Lit COURSEWORK EXAMS Original Writing Media Shakespeare 20 th Century Drama (play) Prose Study (Novel) 3 Speaking & Listening Assessments Eng Paper1 Sec A: Questions on Non Fiction & Media texts Sec B: Writing to Argue Persuade or Advise Eng Paper 2 Sec A: Other Cultures Poetry Sec B: Writing Inf/Ex/Descr Lit Paper: ‘Of Mice & Men ’ And Poetry (Heaney & Clarke) Lang: 40% Lit:30% Lang:60% Lit:70% S K I L L S

3. During this unit, you will: Explore and discuss the characters in the play Identify important themes and issues raised in the play See the play as a piece of drama, not just words on the page Explore the social and historical context Explore the staging of certain key scenes

4. Explore the role of the Inspector in J B Priestley’s ‘An Inspector Calls’. Consider how he is used by Priestley, his importance in the play, and his effect on other characters . Refer to two or three particular scenes in detail .

5. WHAT MIGHT WE EXPECT FROM A PLAY WITH THIS TITLE? WHAT DO WE OFTEN FIND IN DETECTIVE STORIES IN GENERAL?

6. The opening stage directions… How are you going to fill this space? What does Priestley describe? Use the A4 plain to plan the stage design, use quotes to justify your choices

7. What is the atmosphere and environment on stage? Label your plan Explain what is conveyed to the audience Think about the messages we receive about this family and their lifestyle…