Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Last Epsiode

The ending is a little different in the TV series compared to the book.
In what way is it different?
Why do you think the producers of the tv series finished it in this way?

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Episode 6 part 2

Describe the atmosphere in the Fortress as Rudi prepares to leave.
How are the main characters feeling?
Chas?
Rudi?
Nicky?
The others?
Leave a thoughtful and well-considered comment.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Monday, June 21, 2010

Episode 5 part 3

In this post, consider what is better, the book or the film.

In the book, chapters 12 & 13 deal with the fight between Boddser Brown and Chas. Which was more enjoyable: the book or the film? Why

Monday, June 14, 2010

Episode 5 part 2

Make a comment about the relationship between Rudi, the German airman, and Chas and his gang? Do they treat him like the enemy? How might Rudi have changed their feelings about Germans? In particular, how has Rudi's presence affected Nicky? (write a thoughtful comment that answers these questions)

Why do you think the author choose to introduce the complication of Rudi into the story? What would've Chas and his gang done without the issue of hiding a prisoner of war? Would the story have been as interesting? (write a thoughtful comment that answers these questions)

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Episode 5 part 1

How do you think the gang feel about Rudi?
He is a German, yet they are trying to help him when he is sick?
What do you think are their reasons for not turning him into the the Police of the Army?

Episode 4 part 3

What might have been going through the German airman's mind when he saw the gun?
What might have been going through the Chas' mind when he saw the man enter the fortress?

Episode 4 part 2

After his Dad stands up to the Police, how might Chas feel having to lie to his dad?
How might he justify his lying?

How does the gang feel after helping shoot down a German bomber?
Do all the gang feel the same way?

Episode 4 part 1

What does Chas' Mum's neighbour, Mrs Spalding mean by 'Dead in their bed of sin"?
Do you think the gangs decision to keep Nicky at the fortress is a good one? Think about it and leave a thoughtful comment


Episode 3 part 3

Do you think Chas and his mates are just playing at being soldiers or isi ti a bit more serious than that? Leave a thoughtful comment.