Letters from the Lighthouse - Session 10 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 10 of "Letters from the Lighthouse," students delve into a reading comprehension exercise that prompts them to reflect on key details and the emotional nuances of the narrative. The questions guide them to explore the contents of a suitcase, understand Olive's reasons for crying, and discover where Ephraim has ventured off to. They also consider why Cliff remains at the lighthouse while Olive attends school and interpret the meaning of the phrase 'my heart was jammed up in my throat' in the context of the story.

The session further inquires about the fate of the German pilot and the reasons behind Olive's frustration with Mr Spratt's behaviour. This comprehensive set of questions encourages students to summarise their understanding of the session in no more than 50 words, challenging them to distil the essence of the narrative and demonstrate their grasp of the text. Through these targeted questions, students engage with the material on a deeper level, enhancing their critical thinking and comprehension skills.