Chapter 12

In this chapter, Martin goes home. Brainstorm what sort of difficulties he might
face in this chapter.

- What is Martin’s attitude to the police like in chapter 2? Compare this with
his attitude towards them in chapter 10.
- Do you think the police were too severe towards Martin, considering what
had happened? Explain your answer.

Chapter 13.

In chapter 13, Martin is going back to school. What sort of difficulties might he
face?

If you were the teacher, how would you have dealt with Martin’s return? Write a
short speech to be given in assembly.

Explain in your own words what Natalie’s behaviour towards Martin is like.

Review

Write Martin’s diary for these two chapters.