'An Inspector Calls' Context

Although Edward VII died in 1910, to what date do historians commonly extend the scope of the 'Edwardian era'?

• 1912

• 1914

• 1918

• 1939

In Britain, what does the term 'post-war' usually refer to?

• The period after World War I

• The period after World War II

• The period after the Cold War

• The period after the Boer War

Which economic system is characterised by government control over the production and distribution of goods?

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Feudalism

• Mercantilism

In which economic system are a country's trade and industry controlled by private owners for profit?

• Socialism

• Capitalism

• Communism

• Feudalism

What is the primary guiding principle of economic activity in socialism?

• Competition

• Cooperation

• Profit maximisation

• Individualism

What does a welfare state aim to protect?

• The wealth of its citizens

• The health and well-being of its citizens

• The military strength of the state

• The cultural heritage of the state

In 'An inspector Calls', to which social class do the Birling family belong?

• Working class

• Upper-middle class

• Middle class

• Upper class

Which of the following was NOT a widespread attitude towards women in Britain in 1945?

• Women should not be seen as purely ornamental.

• Women have the right to vote.

• Women should not necessarily be shielded from the realities of life.

• Women should be the family breadwinner.

Which of the following is NOT a valid reason why British society moved towards socialism and the welfare state between 1912 and 1945?

• The welfare of workers became a national priority.

• • Uniforms and clothes rationing meant everybody looked mostly the same. 

• Having won the war, the British government had large reserves of money to fund a generous welfare state.

• • The evacuation of children mixed the classes, as did the armed forces.

In what year is 'An Inspector Calls' set?

• 1910

• 1912

• 1914

• 1945