The Falcon's Malteser - Session 1 - Reading Comprehension

The Falcon's Malteser Reading Comprehension Session 1 is an engaging activity designed to test students' understanding of the text. The questions delve into various aspects of the story, from character identities, such as Tim Diamond's real name, to the motivations behind actions, like Johnny Naples' peculiar behaviour of raising his eye to the ceiling or crouching under a desk. Students must also calculate the total earnings for the Diamond brothers from safeguarding Naples' package, and explore the reasons behind their living arrangements separate from their parents.

The comprehension session further probes into character opinions, with a question about Nick's view of Herbert, and seeks to uncover the motives of those who ransacked the brothers' flat. It challenges students to interpret figurative language, asking what is suggested by the phrase 'a stampede of wild bulls'. Additionally, it inquires why Nick decided to take the package with him when leaving the flat. To wrap up the session, students are tasked with condensing the main events of session 1 into a concise summary of no more than 50 words, ensuring they capture the essence of the narrative while demonstrating their ability to distil information effectively.