1. Why did the bowls never need washing? 2. How do you know the boys were hungry? 3. Why did the boys decide finally to ask the master for more food? 4. How did they decide which boy would ask the master for more? 5. (a) Put the following words into sentences. Assiduously Voracious Implicitly Stupified
(b) Add these words to the vocabulary builder on pages 1–2 of your Portfolio. Explore 3
1. Do you think the master also experienced extreme hunger? Give reasons for your answer
2. (a) Why do you think the master was so surpised at Oliver Twist’s request?
(b) What does this tell you about the relationship that existed between the master and the boys?
3. You are a director and you have decided to transform this extract into a dramatic scene. Describe how you would direct this scene, using the headings below.
Props Stage direction and movement Costume
Create
Imagine the conversation that took place between the boys on the evening they decided to approach the master requesting more food. Write the dialogue that might have taken place between Oliver Twist and the other boys.
