Summarize the chapter in one paragraph – 8-12 lines. (5mks)
2. In Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell the protagonist remembers his father’s words: “Stay away from
your grandfather when he is in one of his black humours. Be sure to stand clear of him. Stay well
back, do you hear?”
(i) In about 3 – 5 lines, briefly relate the situation wherein he recalls these words. (2mks)
(ii) What do these words suggest about the nature of the relationship between the
protagonist’s grandfather and father? (4mks)
(iii) Using evidence from the excerpt, justify the father’s warning. (2mks)
(iv) Hamnet was published in 2020, a year of global pandemic. However, the writer sets
the novel at a time when another pandemic was creating havoc – the Bubonic Plague
400 years earlier.
Using evidence presented in the excerpt, what parallels can be drawn between that
time period and our own recent experiences with Covid-19, especially with regard to the
impact they have on families? Discuss at least THREE areas. (9 mks)
3. (i) Using evidence from the excerpt, describe the nature of the relationship between
Hamnet and his twin sister Judith. (3mks)
(ii) What challenges does Hamnet encounter as he seeks help for his sister? (4mks)
(iii) How does the author’s use of the physical environment and the setting/situation
work to suggest a particular outcome? ( 6mks) What do you think the outcome is
and what message do you think the author is trying to convey.
(iv) EITHER In a paragraph or two, relate an experience when like Hamnet, you
made every effort to be responsible. What challenges did you encounter and
how did you overcome them? (5mks)
OR Continue the chapter creating a positive outcome for the protagonist.
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