Armistice Runner - Session 6 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 6 of the reading comprehension for "The Armistice Runner", students delve into Chapters 11 and 12 with a series of questions designed to test their understanding of key events and character motivations. The questions range from asking about the specific time the race started, to more analytical queries such as why the race felt strange, and the reasons behind Ernest's actions and feelings during the race. Students are prompted to consider why Ernest chooses to ignore Fred's advice, what allows him to stop thinking about Fred, and the rationale for his impulsive sprint into the lake.

The comprehension exercise also probes into the deeper emotional currents of the story, asking why Ernest feels compelled to continue running and how his mother attempts to dissuade him from enlisting in the army. These questions aim to encourage students to engage with the text on a more critical level, examining character development and thematic elements. Additionally, the task of summarising the chapters in no more than 50 words challenges students to distil the essence of the narrative, enhancing their ability to identify and articulate the main points succinctly. This session not only tests the students' recall of events but also their ability to analyse and interpret the emotional and psychological layers of the story.