The Last Bear - Session 13 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 13 of 'The Last Bear' reading comprehension, students are prompted to delve into the narrative and the characters' emotions through a series of questions. The first question asks for the meaning of 'deep contentment', inviting students to explore the nuances of satisfaction and happiness. Questions two and five both probe into the motivations behind Tör's father's desire to kill Bear, asking students to consider the character's reasoning and intentions. Question three shifts the focus to Dad's enjoyment of Mozart's music, seeking an understanding of personal taste and its connection to character development.

The fourth question encourages students to reflect on what April and Dad learn about themselves, prompting an analysis of character growth and self-realisation. Question six explores the dynamics between Tör and his father, asking how Tör persuades his father to spare Bear's life. The seventh question examines the impact of the phrase 'shone like diamonds in the sun' on the reader, analysing the use of imagery and its effects. The eighth question looks ahead to the plans for Bear, while the ninth question delves into April's emotions upon being separated from Bear. Finally, question ten challenges students to concisely summarise the session in no more than 50 words, testing their ability to distil the essence of the narrative and key events.