GEMS UNITED INDIAN SCHOOL, ABUDHABI

GRADE: 10 LR: AMANDA

ENGLISH

DAY 1
Learning Objective:
To infer and interpret local and global comprehension of the text in 30-40 words
SHORT ANSWERS
1. Why does Amanda wish to be a mermaid, orphan or Rapunzel?
2. Why does Amanda seem moody most of the times? [CBSE 2016]
3. Discuss the importance of proper upbringing of a child.
4. What is the central theme of the poem Amanda?

DAY 2
Learning Objective:
To read between the lines and infer explicit and implicit ideas from
the text.
EXTRACTS
DAY 3
Learning Objective:
To extrapolate the text and expand comprehension in 100-120 words.
LONG ANSWERS:
1. Discuss the importance of proper upbringing with reference to the
poem Amanda by Robin Klein
2. How does Amanda tackle the nagging nature of her parents?
Explain with examples from the poem. What values does it
portray about Amanda?
EXTENDED TASK
Bringing up teenagers can be both a challenge and fun. How far do you
agree? Express your views with reference to Amanda’s life.