Vocabulary
Thai Cave Rescue: Give one word from the text that means the same as 'lessened' (lines 5-11).
subsided
Thai Cave Rescue: The literal meaning of the word 'dark' is an absence of light. Explain, using your own words, what else the writer is suggesting about the time spent in the cave by using this word (line 3).
That they were frightening / hopeless / unpleasant days
Thai Cave Rescue: Give two features of a newspaper article used in the text.
* headline
* subheading
* byline
* direct quotes
Thai Cave Rescue: What is the main purpose of the final paragraph?
to show Zlatan Ibrahimovic's admiration for the boys.
Thai Cave Rescue: Explain, using your own words, why the boys were given the 'game-changer award' (lines 12-15).
They showed great bravery and brought 'glory' on the Thai people and their country
Extract 1: Film Boy Give one word from the text that means the same as 'robber' (lines 18-20).
bandit
Thai Cave Rescue: What does the phrase 'feted around the world' suggest about the boys (line 2)?
They are being treated like heroes
Extract 1: Film Boy Give two reasons why Prem liked Bombay (lines 1-4).
* It was the most important city in all India.
* There were vast factories, shops, bazaars, and film studios.
Thai Cave Rescue: Look at lines 5-11. Give three words or phrases that the writer uses to show how famous the boys have become.
'global celebrity'
'thrust into the limelight'
'adulation'
'frenzy
Extract 2: Film Boy Explain, using your own words, why Prem was so determined to give the extra money back to Rasi (lines 18-22).
Prem believed the extra money rightfully belonged to Rasi, and he also wanted the chance to meet his hero again.
Extract 2: Film Boy Give one word from the text that means the same as 'certainly' (lines 19-20).
undoubtedly
Extract 1: Film BoyWhat does the phrase 'seemed to go on and on for ever' (lines 3-4) suggest about the shops and bazaars in Bombay?
They were very numerous and long.
Extract 2: Film Boy What was the specific flavour of the fudge Prem pointed out to Rasi (lines 13-14)?
Mango-flavoured fudge.
Extract 1: Film Boy Look at the description of Rasi Paliwalar in lines 17–26. Which two phrases suggest his physical power and which two suggest his distinctive features?
Physical Power: 'broad shoulders', 'tall man'
Distinctive Features: 'teeth that glinted like pinpoints of light', 'famous voice was deep'
Hrithik Roshan Explain, using your own words, why Hrithik Roshan still practises every day (lines 7-11).
The fight against stammering is a constant one; he practices every day to overcome his speech issue and to control secondary actions like twitching.
Hrithik RoshanGive one word from the text that means the same as 'continued' (lines 11-12).
prevailed
Extract 1: Film BoyExplain, using your own words, the two different sounds Rasi's voice could make (lines 24-26).
His voice was usually deep like a growl (a low animal noise) when he was angry, but in the middle of a fight, it could sound like a high-pitched shriek.
Hrithik Roshan Who might Hrithik Roshan become the brand ambassador for (lines 2-4 and 8-9)?
The Indian Stammering Association.
Hrithik Roshan Give two phrases that show the writer has a positive view of how Hrithik Roshan dealt with his speech issue (lines 5-7).
His struggles in life will inspire all.
He has dealt with it like a 'superstar' and emerged victorious.
The Incredibles Explain, using your own words, why Mr Incredible and Elastigirl had to stop their superhero activities (lines 10-14).
Their activities were halted when lawyers and survivors took Mr Incredible to court, forcing the duo to move to another city
The Incredibles What does the word 'mind-blowing' (line 15) suggest about the animation and soundtrack?
They are extremely impressive and amazing.
Extract 2: Film Boy What word is used to show that Rasi Paliwalar was easy to recognise (lines 4-5)?
unmistakable
Hrithik Roshan Hrithik's sister says overcoming his stammer was his 'greatest battle'. How does she show that he was committed to this fight? Give three details (lines 16-19).
She saw him do this for 22 years.
He would practice every single day, morning and night without fail.
He would sit and read aloud for hours.
The Incredibles What kind of film does the reviewer recommend The Incredibles for (line 21)?
A classic holiday film that provides fun for all the family
Extract 2: Film BoyHow did Prem react when he heard Rasi Paliwalar's voice (lines 7-8)?
His voice sounded shaky and he hoped Rasi would not laugh.