The Mummy's Curse - Session 4 - Character Analysis Arthur Conan Doyle

In the fourth session of "The Mummy's Curse," students delve into a character analysis activity focused on the renowned author Arthur Conan Doyle. The session is designed to encourage a deeper understanding of his character through various engaging exercises. Initially, pupils are tasked with extracting words and phrases directly from the text that depict Conan Doyle's physical appearance. This exercise not only enhances their comprehension skills but also aids in visualising the author's portrayal within the story.

Further enriching their insight into Conan Doyle's character, the students then explore the text for clues about his manner of speaking and his behaviour. This part of the activity allows them to grasp the nuances of his interactions and communication style. To consolidate their understanding, they are prompted to use the descriptions gathered to draw a picture of Arthur Conan Doyle, thereby bringing the text to life through their own artistic interpretation. Lastly, the students employ their analytical skills to describe Conan Doyle's personality in their own words, demonstrating their ability to infer and articulate their perceptions of his character traits beyond the explicit descriptions in the text.