Quiz on Economic Systems

What is Capitalism?

• The unequal share of wealth, with the upper classes accumulating most of the wealth.

• Where the upper classes have the most money

• An equal way of sharing wealth.

When was An Inspector Calls set?

• 1945

• 1946

• 1914

• 1912

What is socialism?

• Richer members of society keep wealth for themselves and do not feel any responsibility towards the lower classes.

• The even spread of wealth across society and each member is treated equally.

What is the name for the dramatic device when the audience knows something the character doesn't?

• dramatic device

• stage directions

• emotive language

• dramatic irony

What was life like for women during 1912?

• Women had limited choices and were unable to vote. They were expected to marry and have children.

• Women were free to do as they wished and were seen as the equal to men.

What is social responsibility?

• The idea that we should all care for each other and look after those around us.

• The idea that we should not all care for each other. We should each be responsible for ourselves.

Who says the following line - "I speak as a hard-headed business man."?

• Inspector Goole

• Arthur Birling

• Gerald Croft

How is Mrs Birling described in the stage directions?

• A rather bitter woman

• A rather haughty woman

• A rather serious woman

• A rather cold woman

Complete the quotation - "Unsinkable..."

• The Titanic is unsinkable

• absolutely unsinkable

What was life like for the lower social classes?

• It was easy. They were paid well and could afford luxuries as a result.

• It was extremely difficult. Many worked long hours and were paid very little. It was hard for them to escape the poverty they lived in.