The Secret of Platform 13 - Session 9 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 9 of "The Secret of Platform 13" reading comprehension, students delve into the narrative to answer various questions that test their understanding of the text. For instance, they are asked to consider why Nanny Brown is anxious about the police's inquiries, revealing her concerns about potential consequences. Another question prompts students to explore the reasons behind Cor's decision to contact Mrs Trottle, indicating a plot development that requires critical thinking to decipher.

The session also challenges students to interpret idiomatic expressions such as 'turned in her grave', encouraging them to think about the figurative language used in the book. They must deduce why the mistmaker abandons the suitcase, an action that is central to the story's unfolding events. Additionally, the students are tasked with identifying what the mistmaker is incorrectly identified as, which adds an element of humour or misunderstanding to the plot. The rescue of Ben and the mistmaker is another key moment that the students need to comprehend and recount. Finally, they are required to concisely summarise the session in no more than 50 words, demonstrating their ability to capture the essence of the narrative while practicing brevity and synthesis.