How is the schoolroom different to your classroom? Find and copy a phrase from the text to show that Mr. Barrack is a strict teacher. What does Tip do ,in this chapter, that suggests he might become a good friend to Jim? What do the musical instruments symbolise for the boys?
As this clip is longer, you are more than welcome to watch it in 2 parts. Try answering the following questions after listening to the video: Write down all the verbs used to describe ‘The Stick Man’. What do they suggest about him as a character? Why do the children call Mr Spink ‘The Stick Man’? How do you think the author wants us to feel towards Mr Spink? How can you tell? Do you think Mr Spink is right to force the family to leave?
Try answering the following questions after watching the clip: What do you think might be wrong with Ma? How do Lizzy and Emily try to protect Jim? Why do you think the children are longing for the morning to come?