The Mummy's Curse - Session 17 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 17 of 'The Mummy's Curse' Reading Comprehension, students delve into a narrative rich with emotion and intrigue. The session's questions guide them to understand the complex relationships and fears within the story. For instance, they explore why Konstantin cannot embrace Abdel, leading them to consider the significance of a pendant that Konstantin insists Abdel should wear for protection. The depth of Konstantin's concern for Abdel's safety is also scrutinised, as is the meaning of the phrase 'heart sank', providing insight into the characters' emotional states.

Additionally, the comprehension questions encourage students to analyse how Arthur John Priest was deceived by Monsieur Lacau and why Evelyn believes that women are metaphorically 'still in the desert', indicating a discussion on gender roles and societal expectations. A particularly poignant moment occurs when Aidan musters the courage to reveal his gender identity to Evelyn, a moment that is examined through the comprehension question about why he takes a deep breath before his confession. Lastly, students are tasked with the challenge of summarising the session in no more than 50 words, testing their ability to distil the essence of the narrative and its key events.