The Secret of Platform 13 - Session 7 - Reading Comprehension

In the seventh session of "The Secret of Platform 13" reading comprehension, students delve deeper into the story with a series of questions designed to test their understanding of the text. The questions range from asking why Ben is tired after a magical evening, to the meaning of the word 'huff' in the context of the story. Students are also prompted to consider Ben's reasons for declining to accompany Odge back to the Island and to describe the mood that pervades the Island as its inhabitants await the return of their prince.

Further exploration of the characters' actions and motivations is encouraged, with a question about why Mrs Smith is chosen to address the King and Queen. The King's decision to postpone the dispatch of additional rescuers by a day also forms a discussion point. To consolidate their learning, students are tasked with summarising the session in no more than 50 words, challenging them to capture the essence of the narrative succinctly. This exercise not only checks comprehension but also hones their summarisation skills and their ability to distil information effectively.