Year 10 - English
Writing introductions and conclusions for an 'An Inspector Calls' essay
An Inspector Calls: power and responsibility
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils start their exploration of the characters, themes and ideas in 'An Inspector Calls'. They first look at the key context behind the play, before exploring each of the main characters and themes. They finally plan and write an essay about the role of responsibility in the play.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to create sophisticated introductions and conclusions for an essay about the Birlings and the theme of responsibilty.
Key Notes
- An introduction and conclusion could follow a three part structure.
- An excellent introduction could start with a general statement about the text.
- An introduction could then have a more specific statement about the focus of the question, followed by a thesis.
- A conclusion could consider the timeless nature of the text.
Vocabulary To Learn
- thesis: the overarching argument to an essay, supported by the entire text
- theme: an idea that is explored multiple times in a text
- timeless: a text that remains relevant no matter the time period
- universal: an adjective used to describe a text which, regardless of time period or circumstance, audiences can relate to
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The general statement about the text in the introduction can be any fact you know about it.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
An introduction and conclusion could follow a three part structure. An excellent introduction could start with a general statement about the text.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'thesis'
the overarching argument to an essay, supported by the entire text.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: The general statement about the text in the introduction can be any fact you know about it. Correction: The general statement, the first sentence of your introduction, should still connect to the essay question.
More Lessons In This Unit
- 'An Inspector Calls' : annotating essay questions and writing a thesis statement Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring class and power in a model essay Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring class and power through Gerald and Eva Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring Priestley's use of structure Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring the character of Eric Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring the character of Mr. Birling Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring the character of Mrs. Birling Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring the character of Sheila Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': exploring the character of the Inspector Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': the importance of setting and stage directions Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': understanding and exploring key themes Study Guide
- 'An Inspector Calls': understanding context and Priestley's influences Study Guide
- Planning and writing an essay on 'An Inspector Calls' Study Guide
- Using context effectively in writing about 'An Inspector Calls' Study Guide
- Writing analytically about Priestley's presentation of the older generation Study Guide
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