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'An Inspector Calls': exploring class and power through Gerald and Eva

Quiz by Oak National Academy: GCSE English Edexcel

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  • Q1
    In 'An Inspector Calls', Gerald could be considered an ______ narrator.
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  • Q2
    In 'An Inspector Calls', what could be considered the primary role of Gerald Croft in the play?
    to represent the working class
    to reveal the flaws in the Birlings' family structure
    to represent upper-class privilege
    to challenge the Inspector's views
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  • Q3
    In 'An Inspector Calls', why might Gerald Croft be considered a character foil to Eva Smith?
    Gerald and Eva share similar personalities.
    Gerald represents privilege and Eva represents the oppressed.
    Gerald and Eva both challenge societal expectations.
    Gerald and Eva both come from similar social backgrounds.
    30s
  • Q4
    Which sentence does not use a comparative conjunction?
    Eva, on the other hand, faces harsh consequences for her actions.
    However, Gerald’s privilege protects him from consequences.
    Eva and Gerald represent the opposite ends of the class system.
    Contrastingly, Eva represents the working class struggle.
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  • Q5
    Is the answer true or false? In 'An Inspector Calls', Gerald acknowledges the power imbalance between himself and Eva.
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  • Q6
    In 'An Inspector Calls', how does Gerald Croft's societal position affect his relationship with Eva Smith?
    Arguably, he uses his privilege to control and exploit her.
    Arguably, he treats her as a close equal without any power imbalance.
    Arguably, he is able to help her equally as a fellow working-class individual.
    Arguably, he is unable to help her due to his own financial struggles.
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