The Explorer - Session 14 - Reading Comprehension

The reading comprehension session titled "The Explorer - On the River" delves into the dynamics of a group of characters and their experiences as they journey along a river. The session includes a series of questions designed to test students' understanding of the text. For example, students are asked to interpret the meaning behind the phrase 'they had become a pack', which suggests a sense of unity and shared purpose among the characters. Another question probes into a character's mistake of identifying dolphins as something else, requiring students to recall specific details from the text.

Further questions delve into the emotional aspects of the narrative, such as why Fred cherishes his interaction with a dolphin, hinting at the significance of this encounter in the story. The characters' decision to share their feelings in the still of the night is explored, implying a moment of vulnerability and bonding. Changes in the river's environment on the fourth day are examined, as well as the implications of Con's statement 'we'll know the worst', which reflects her apprehensive mood. The session culminates with a request for a concise summary of "On the River", challenging students to distill the essence of the passage in no more than 50 words, demonstrating their comprehension and summarisation skills.