This resource includes comprehension/contextual questions based on an extract from chapter 15 from the novel Divergent by Veronica Roth. There are 11 contextual/comprehension questions based on the extract for a total of 20 marks. Question example: 1.4. What do you think Tris means when she says, “Then again… what kind of person am I?" (Paragraph 3). Answer: Tris is still struggling to define herself, so she seesaws between confidence and fear. She is also trying to show her independence but misses her family. This resource also includes a literature paragraph/essay type question based on one of the themes in Divergent (rubric included). A transactional piece (email) question is also included. (email template and rubric provided). Marking guidelines are included with this resource.

Visual literacy test/assessment activity. Resource includes three adverts that the student must analyse by answering 6 questions for a total of 10 marks. This resource tests the students knowledge on advertising and visual literacy techniques. Marking guidelines included.

A reading comprehension based on the article: A Marvelous Transformation - How one comic - book company changed the superhero and conquered the entertainment world. This resource could be used for a test/ or to practice reading comprehension skills. Article is relevant and will appeal to students. There are 14 questions (language questions included) for a total of 20 marks. Marking guidelines are included.

Visual literacy test/assessment activity (superhero theme). Resource includes two adverts that the student’s must analyse by answering 6 questions for a total of 11 marks. This resource also includes a cartoon that is anaylsed by the student’s by answering two questions for a total of 4 marks. This resource tests the students knowledge on advertising and visual literacy techniques. Marking guidelines included.

This reading comprehension worksheet is based on the article: Now’s the Time to Start Reading Shakespeare by Charlotte Ahlin. This comprehension task would be a good introduction to reading Shakespeare and why Shakespeare is still relevant today. The article is informative and appeals to a younger audience. This resource includes 16 questions based on the article (some language questions included) for a total of 25 marks. An excellent resource to help build on reading comprehension skills. Marking guidelines included.

This is a reading comprehension worksheet/test based on the article: Greta Thunberg is Worried About the Future. This resource includes an informative article which creates awareness about climate change. This resource also includes 17 questions based on the article (including language questions) which will test students reading skills and language knowledge (25 marks). Marking guidelines are included with this resource.

A reading comprehension resource based on the movie review: A Monster Calls by Glenn Kenny. This resource could be used for a test or to practice reading comprehension skills. There are 17 questions (language questions included) for a total of 20 marks. Marking guidelines are included.

Visual literacy test/assessment/activity. Resource includes two adverts that student must analyse by answering 4 questions for a total of 8 marks. Resource also includes one cartoon with one question (2 marks). This resource tests students knowledge on advertising and visual literacy techniques. Marking guidelines included.

Creative writing resource (write your own fairy tale). Resource includes a step by step breakdown about how to plan, structure and write the fairy tale. Rubric included on worksheet.

This resource is a poetry test on the poem: The Magic Box by Kit Wright. There are 7 questions for a total of 10 marks. This resource could be used for a seen/unseen poetry test or for poetry practice. Question example: The poem The Magic Box stores memories, hopes and dreams. Is this the same type of magic that Roald Dahl is referring to in the quote below? Refer to both the quote below and the poem in your answer. Marking guidelines are included.