'An Inspector Calls': understanding context and Priestley’s influences
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I can understand the importance of context and use tentative language to make assertions about Priestley's intentions.
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Contextual information can help to deepen an understanding of a writer’s intentions.
It is a good idea to be tentative with assertions.
Biographical information can give us clues about a writer’s influences.
Although writing in 1945, Priestley was influenced by the attitudes and values of Edwardian society.
Priestley uses the backdrop of 1912 to warn of the dangers of repeating history.
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