Letters from the Lighthouse - Session 2 - Reading Comprehension

In the second session of 'Letters from the Lighthouse', we delve into the protagonist Olive's experiences and emotions. Olive wakes up in an unfamiliar setting, grappling with a sense of guilt. Her emotional journey is further complicated when she is found clutching a coat that belongs to someone else, leading her to search for letters that may explain the situation. Olive's thoughts are haunted by the idea that her mother is a ghost, a notion that adds to her turmoil. Additionally, she learns from Suki about the grim realities of the war in Europe, which influences her actions and feelings.

The narrative explores Olive's reasons for seeking out Suki's letters, suggesting that they could hold vital information, possibly even a hidden map. The backstory of Olive and her brother Cliff's delayed evacuation is touched upon, providing context to their current predicament. Olive reflects on the emotional strength and bravery that wearing her mother's coat might have given Suki, indicating the symbolic significance of the garment. The session ends with the task of summarising these complex developments in a concise 50-word summary, challenging readers to distil the essence of the story's unfolding events.