Tombful of Trouble - Session 3 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 3 of "Tombful of Trouble," a reading comprehension exercise for KS2 students, the children are quizzed on various aspects of the story. They are asked to define a chalice and identify Mr. Potts' favourite artefact. The phrase 'on the bright side' is explored for its meaning, and the significance of the Rosetta Stone is questioned. Students must deduce why Mr. Russell finds the children amusing and why the children speculate that Mr. Russell may not notice a missing piece of jewellery. Additionally, the reasoning behind Ada's decision to take the ring is probed. The session concludes with a challenge to write a succinct summary of the session in no more than 50 words, testing the students' ability to capture the essence of the material in a brief and coherent manner.

The questions are designed to test the students' comprehension, vocabulary, and ability to infer information from the text. By engaging with these queries, the children develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the narrative's nuances. The session also encourages them to express their thoughts concisely, a valuable skill in both written and verbal communication.