The Mummy's Curse - Session 18 - Reading Comprehension

Session 18 of "The Mummy's Curse" Reading Comprehension delves into the mysterious outcomes attributed to an ancient curse. Students are prompted to explore who succumbed to the supposed mummy's curse and the reasons behind the 1923 donations of Egyptian artefacts to the British Museum. The session also investigates why Arthur Conan Doyle might have offered The Butterfly Club a 'version' of the truth rather than the whole story. Vocabulary comprehension is included, with students being asked to define the word 'befuddled'. Additionally, the session seeks to understand Luna's emotions upon her return to the year 1894 and the motivation behind Arthur Conan Doyle's decision to pen two Egyptian-themed stories. The significance of Luna's eagerness to get back to the Butterfly Club is also examined. Finally, students are challenged to condense the session's content into a succinct summary of no more than 50 words.

The comprehension questions are designed to engage students with the narrative while encouraging critical thinking about the text's themes and the characters' motivations. This session provides an opportunity for learners to practice their summarisation skills, understanding of vocabulary, and ability to infer and deduce information from the given context. It's an immersive way to enhance reading comprehension and analytical skills within the intriguing setting of ancient curses and historical artefacts.