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Developing comprehension of 'Arthur and the Golden Rope' through rich discussion

I can infer meaning from 'Arthur and the Golden Rope'.

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Key learning points

  1. Reading between the lines to search for clues can help to infer meaning
  2. Evidence from the text helps us to justify our inferences
  3. Skimming and scanning helps to retrieve and record information from a text
  4. Role on the wall is a reading activity that helps readers develop their understanding of a character

Keywords

  • Inference - Inference means to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions.

  • Evidence - Evidence is the information from a text that can support or justify our reasoning.

  • Character traits - Character traits are the special qualities that make a character in a story unique and interesting.

  • Role on the wall - Role on the wall is a character analysis activity which encourages readers to infer.

  • Motives - Motives refer to a person’s reasons for doing something.

Common misconception

Pupils may place character traits both on the inside and outside of the character outline.

Explain to pupils that inner emotions and feelings remain inside, attributes that other characters can see go on the outside.

Role on the wall uses an outline of a character; this can be drawn life size and conducted in groups, or printed and conducted in pairs or independently.
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6 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following are features of a modern myth?
Correct answer: blend of reality and fiction
Correct answer: important moral or lesson taught
includes an index and a glossary for reference
Correct answer: often feature gods and goddesses with extraordinary powers
headings and subheadings
Q2.
True or False? Arthur is the main protagonist in 'Arthur and the Golden Rope'.
Correct Answer: True, true
Q3.
What is the most appropriate definition of a character trait?
a description of looks
momentary feelings
Correct answer: the special qualities that make a character in a story unique and interesting
actions due to plot
Q4.
Match the following character traits to the character in 'Arthur and the Golden Rope'.
Correct Answer:adventurous,Arthur

Arthur

Correct Answer:powerful,Thor

Thor

Correct Answer:compassionate,Freyja

Freyja

Correct Answer:ferocious,Fenrir

Fenrir

Q5.
Which example demonstrates the character trait kindness?
prioritising one's needs without consideration for others
Correct answer: standing by someone during challenging times
misleading or manipulating others for personal gain
neglecting to offer assistance or support when someone is in need
inflicting harm or pain on others intentionally
Q6.
Which example demonstrates the character trait courage ?
evading difficulties or conflicts without facing them directly
not being responsible, especially in difficult situations
retreating or running away from challenges
Correct answer: protecting others despite personal risks
betraying friends for personal gain

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6 Questions

Q1.
Match the following keywords to their definitions.
Correct Answer:inference,to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions

to use clues from within the text to draw conclusions

Correct Answer:evidence,the information from a text that can justify reasoning

the information from a text that can justify reasoning

Correct Answer:character traits,the special qualities that make a character unique

the special qualities that make a character unique

Correct Answer:motives,a person’s reasons for doing something

a person’s reasons for doing something

Q2.
Match the character to the action they perform in the text.
Correct Answer:Odin,crafts the golden rope

crafts the golden rope

Correct Answer:Arthur,collects the roots of a mountain

collects the roots of a mountain

Correct Answer:Fenrir,creates a path of destruction which Arthur follows

creates a path of destruction which Arthur follows

Correct Answer:Freyja,helps Arthur and Thor battle terrifying creatures

helps Arthur and Thor battle terrifying creatures

Correct Answer:Thor,wields the power of lightning in battle

wields the power of lightning in battle

Q3.
True or False? Understanding a character's motives enriches the reading experience.
Correct Answer: True, true
Q4.
Starting with the highest, order the Norse World levels from highest to lowest.
1 - World Tree (Yggdrasil)
2 - Middle Land
3 - Land of the Dead
Q5.
Which of the following features are included on the inside of the character when completing a role on the wall?
Correct answer: a character's motivations
how a character interacts with another
Correct answer: a character's fears
a character's actions
Q6.
Which of the following features are included on the outside of the character when completing a role on the wall?
a character's feelings
Correct answer: a character's physical appearance
Correct answer: actions characters perform in the story
a character's thoughts