lack of awareness or consciousness; nothingness

Reading 'The Twisted Tree': exploring and creating similes

English

In 'The Twisted Tree', pupils explore Gothic imagery in a contemporary text. In 'Dystopian Settings', pupils use their own dark imagery to write their own descriptive pieces.

In 'Sherlock Holmes: Short Stories', pupils begin to analyse the choices of an author. in 'The Twisted Tree', pupils develop their analytical writing skills. 

'The Twisted Tree': fiction reading

Expressions that are regarded as coarse or otherwise unacceptable, including swear words and rude words.

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

In 'The Twisted Tree' what is the name of the boy that Martha finds living in the cabin?

The sun shone brightly on their wedding day.

Her sadness hung about her, like a restless storm cloud.

He felt lonely while as he walked through the quiet forest.

Which of the following sentences contains a simile?

Which of these words best describes the setting in 'The Twisted Tree'?

In 'The Twisted Tree', the writer uses a simile to describe Stig. What does she compare Stig to?

Which of these definitions best describes the word 'forlorn'?

In 'The Twisted Tree', the writer describes the tree as having "arms" that can "snatch". This is an example of ...

In 'The Twisted Tree' the character Mormor is Martha's ...

'The Twisted Tree' can be described as a {{}} thriller

Which **two** words beginning with 'p' and 'f' can be used to describe a device where the weather reflects the mood of the main character?

Which of these **two** words could be used to describe a typical atmosphere of a Nordic thriller?

Which **two** words does the writer use in 'The Twisted Tree' to describe the tree?

The storm raged on as the battle intensified.

The character felt lonely while walking through the forest.

The thunder roared in anger as the argument escalated.

Which of these sentences would **not** be considered pathetic fallacy?

Content guidance

Contains strong language

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Reading 'The Twisted Tree': exploring and creating similes

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.