W8491PR-Learn from Home Workbook 4
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The Myth of the Giant’s Causeway – 2<br />
Comprehension<br />
1. This myth was told to:<br />
(a)<br />
(b)<br />
(c)<br />
make people laugh.<br />
explain a natural feature.<br />
warn children of danger.<br />
2. Which two countries are mentioned in the text?<br />
3. At what point in the story did Finn regret building the causeway? Explain why.<br />
4. How did Finn and his wife Oonagh trick the giant Benandonner?<br />
5. Do you think this story tells the real version of how the causeway came to be<br />
there? Give reasons for your response.<br />
6. Use the text to help you describe the three characters. Think about their<br />
physical traits as well as their personalities.<br />
(a)<br />
(b)<br />
(c)<br />
Finn McCool:<br />
Benandonner:<br />
Oonagh:<br />
Viewing sample<br />
7. Rewrite the phrase ‘Finn spotted his arch nemesis Benandonner’ in your own<br />
words.<br />
My learning log<br />
While doing these activities:<br />
I found Q easy. I found Q challenging. I found Q interesting.<br />
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