The Explorer - Session 9 - Reading Comprehension

In "The Explorer" reading comprehension session titled 'Sardines', students delve into the text with a series of questions aimed at enhancing their understanding. The first question prompts them to consider what Fred observes upon returning their raft to the starting point and the significance of this observation. This encourages students to think about the context and implications of actions within the narrative. The second question challenges students to interpret the phrase 'plays havoc with your mind', which is an idiomatic expression suggesting something causes confusion or distress.

The importance of a sardine tin is explored in the third question, asking students to reflect on its relevance within the story. Question four seeks to reveal character depth by examining what Fred's knowledge of explorers indicates about him. The fifth question asks students to identify Fred's motivations for embarking on a solo exploration. In the sixth question, students are asked to empathise with Fred's emotions upon finding a pineapple, while the seventh question gauges the overall mood among the children at the chapter's conclusion. Finally, students are tasked with summarising the chapter 'Sardines' in no more than 50 words, testing their ability to distil key points and convey the essence of the text succinctly.