The Wreck of the Zanzibar - Session 3 - Reading Comprehension

In the third session of 'The Wreck of the Zanzibar' reading comprehension, students delve deeper into the emotional landscape of the story's characters. The questions focus on Laura's feelings of missing her brother Billy, the worries and sentiments of her father regarding Billy's departure, and Laura's harsh declaration of hatred towards her father. These inquiries aim to draw out the students' understanding of the characters' inner turmoil and the dynamics of their relationships.

The session also explores other characters, such as Celandine and Petal, prompting students to consider their roles in the narrative. It examines the poignant thought Laura has about her mother 'dying inside', and what fears are plaguing Laura herself. Additionally, the phrase 'The skies full of anger' is analysed for its literary impact, encouraging students to think about the use of metaphor and personification in the text. Finally, the session challenges students to concisely summarise a significant portion of the book, from July to September 6th, in no more than 50 words, testing their ability to capture the essence of the text efficiently.