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Introducing the context of 'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: My Story'

'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: My Story': reading

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils read and explore the historical fiction text, 'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: My Story'. They explore characterisation across the text and compare perspectives. Finally, pupils engage with the key theme of inequality and explore the legacy of the suffragettes.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explore the context of 'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: your Story'.

Key Notes

  • 'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: My Story' is a historical fiction text set between 1886-1928.
  • Sophia's life was intertwined with significant events related to the British Empire's rule over India.
  • The text explores British history as well as celebrating diversity, with strong themes of family & justice.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • historical fiction: Historical fiction is a genre in which a fictional plot takes place in the setting of particular real historical events.
  • British Empire: The British Empire is the colonies, dominions and other territories ruled to some degree by and from Britain.
  • India: In this historical context, India refers to the British-controlled territories in South Asia during the period of British colonial rule, including Punjab, the Sikh Empire's homeland.
  • trade: Trade is the exchange of goods, commodities and services.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Pupils may find it challenging to note down qualities for each of the Duleep Singhs.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: My Story' is a historical fiction text set between 1886-1928. Sophia's life was intertwined with significant events related to the British Empire's rule over India.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'historical fiction'

Historical fiction is a genre in which a fictional plot takes place in the setting of particular real historical events.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Pupils may find it challenging to note down qualities for each of the Duleep Singhs. Correction: Mind maps could be displayed for each family member with information added as pupils read.

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