An Inspector Calls Historical Context and Act 1

'An Inspector Calls' was written by...

• Elvis Presley

• J.B Priestley

• William Shakespeare

• Wilfred Owen

In which year was 'An Inspector Calls' written?

• 1912

• 1945

• 1938

• 1950

What is Capitalism?

• A system where the government controls business
• Capitalism is an economic system where the means of production are privately owned and operated for profit! 
• A economic system in which the people have limited rights
• An economic system in which most property and resources, such as factories or farms, are publicly owned or controlled.

In which year was 'An Inspector Calls' set?

• 1940

• 1920

• 1915

• 1912

What is socialism?

• The rich get richer, poor get poorer
• Everyone works hard for no reason
• Everyone is equal and you should share the riches

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

Which society does the writer J B Priestley believe in?

• Capitalism
• Socialism

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CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

Did women have the vote in 1912?

• Yes

• No

What is the Welfare State?

• a system whereby the state undertakes to protect the health and well-being of its citizens, especially those in financial or social need, by means of grants, pensions, and other benefits.

• A system whereby the welfare of the people is not considered or valued.

The Welfare State was written about in a report in 1942, suggesting that in years to come it would be put into practice. However, what year were benefits for all put into place?

• 1946

• 1947

• 1948

• 1949

When did women gain the right to vote?

• 1928

• 1929

• 1930

• 1931