Roman Diary The Journal Of Iliona - Teaching Slides

The teaching slides for "Roman Diary: The Journal of Iliona" provide a comprehensive set of activities aimed at helping students delve into the narrative and empathise with the protagonist's experiences. The slides prompt students to explore Iliona's feelings of excitement about a journey, and later, her harrowing ordeal of being kidnapped by pirates. Through a series of thought-provoking questions, students are encouraged to infer the reasons behind Iliona's excitement and the implications of her family's circumstances based on the text. They are also tasked with interpreting Iliona's descriptions, such as the crew's rhythmic rowing and their brief labour one morning, to enhance their understanding of the narrative.

Further activities engage students in a deeper analysis of the characters and setting. They are asked to consider why pirates might value captives over cargo, and to describe Iliona's emotional state using a 'diamond 9' formation to prioritise feelings such as desperation and anxiety. Students also reflect on Iliona's thoughts during her abduction, considering her sensory experiences and her emotional journey before and after the event. The teaching slides guide students through role-play exercises, descriptive writing tasks, and discussions about Roman life, all designed to build a vivid picture of the historical context and the characters' emotions. They are encouraged to use evidence from the text to support their views on the characters' actions and societal norms, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.