The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time - Lesson 14 - Worksheet

In this worksheet for Lesson Fourteen, students are tasked with a 'Do Now Activity' where they read through a series of character descriptions and attempt to identify the characters from the novel "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time". The descriptions range from a person living alone after the loss of their dog and husband, to a central heating engineer who enjoys beer after work, and a character who dislikes certain colours and has difficulty with facial expressions. Another character dreams of traveling to Cape Cod, and one is noted for their poor spelling and quick temper. Students must use their knowledge of the book to match these traits with the characters they represent.

Following the character identification exercise, the 'Learning Review' section presents students with three statements about the characters and their relationships, specifically focusing on Ed Boone and his son Christopher. Students are asked to rate their agreement with each statement on a scale of 1 to 5 and provide reasoning for their ratings. This encourages critical thinking and reflection on the characters' actions and motivations, as well as an understanding of the complex dynamics within the story. Students must consider the morality of Ed Boone's decisions, the impact of lies on familial trust, and the potential for forgiveness in the relationship between father and son.