The Secret of Platform 13 - Session 10 - Reading Comprehension

Session 10 of 'The Secret of Platform 13' reading comprehension delves into the narrative's unfolding events with a series of questions designed to test students' understanding. The questions explore why the King and Queen venture to the Secret Cove and the reasons behind their decision to postpone dispatching the harpies to retrieve the Prince. Students are also asked to interpret the phrase 'still as stone' and consider why numerous characters and creatures have shown interest in a character named Ben.

The session continues to probe the story's developments, asking how Odge is aware of the harpies' arrival and where Mrs Trottle intends to conceal Raymond next. To encapsulate the session's key points, students are challenged to write a concise summary of no more than 50 words, capturing the essence of Session 10. This exercise not only checks their comprehension but also their ability to distil information and express it succinctly.