Captain Nobody : answering techniques
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The document provides guidance on answering techniques for a novel, including how to structure responses with an introduction, 3 content points with evidence and opinions, and a conclusion. It also gives examples of planning for questions about characters from the novel, with potential points and evidence about the character Newton Newman being a role model for teenagers due to him loving his family, being selfless and kind, and responsible.
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Captain Nobody : answering techniques
- 2. 2 LEARNING OBJECTIVES: To follow and understand the main plots and practise answering the questions SUCCESS CRITERIA: i. State the allocation of marks in the question ii. Narrate the main events and state their significance iii. Provide content points and evidence to questions iv. Write introduction paragraphs FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 3. Marking Scheme Content - Language - Total - 3 10 5 15 FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 4. How marks are awarded? Answering the question = 1 mark (3 points x 3 = 9 marks) Language → Overall grading (5 marks) ♦Vocabulary ♦Sentence patterns ♦Organisation of ideas 4 Point + Evidence + Opinion = 3 FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 7. 7 Event 1 : EVERY MORNING AT HOME CHARACTER: Newt : concern, caring, selfless, responsible MORAL VALUES: - We must love our family members - We must be responsible THEMES: - Family love - Being responsible - Selflessness FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 9. 9 Event 2 : HALLOWEEN CHARACTERS: CECIL AND JJ: Helpful , true friends to Newt MORAL VALUES: - We must help and support our friends THEMES: - Friendship IMPORTANCE : this event has made Newt to realise his inner strength – the costume has transformed him to someone with confidence and determination. FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 11. 11 Event 3 : THE DUMPSTERCHARACTER: NEWT : Helpful , brave, selfless CECIL : determined MORAL VALUES: - We must be brave to overcome our fears - We must help our friends THEMES: - Courage, Friendship IMPORTANCE : At first Newt was hesitant to climb up the dumpster as he is afraid of height but later when he managed to climb up and retrieve the drum, he gain more confidence. FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 13. 13 Event 4 : MR CLAY CHARACTERS: NEWT & CECIL : Helpful , selfless MORAL VALUES: - We must be kind and help people in need THEMES: - Kindness, helpfulness IMPORTANCE : Mr. Clay refer to Newt as Captain Nobody tells his wife that Captain Nobody has helped him. This has made Newt to gain confidence and feel please with himself. FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 15. 15 CHARACTER: NEWT : Helpful , selfless MORAL VALUES: - We must be kind and help people in need - We must be brave to face challenges THEMES: - Friendship, courage IMPORTANCE : Another event that forces Newt to be a superhero and save people. Event 5 : THE ROBBERY AT SULLIVAN JEWELRY STORE FIT/SMKAM/2016
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- 19. 19 CHARACTER: NEWT : responsible, brave, care for animals MORAL VALUES: - We must be responsible - We must be brave to face challenges THEMES: - Responsibility, courage IMPORTANCE : Another event that forces Newt to be a superhero. In this event, he not only saves the ferret but also the passengers of the plane. Event 6 : THE FERRET FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 21. 21 CHARACTER: NEWT : responsible, brave MORAL VALUES: - We must be responsible and tell the truth - We must be brave to face challenges THEMES: - Responsibility, courage IMPORTANCE : Proves that Newt is a real superhero. He succeeded to overcome his fear of height in his attempt to convince Reggie Ratner not to commit suicide. Every one knows who CN is when his mask is hooked on a nail and ripped from his face when he is climbing up the tower. Event 7 : APPLETON WATER TOWER FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 25. SAMPLE QUESTION 1 The following is the novel you have studied in the literature component in English language. Based on the novel, who do you think is the most interesting character in the novel you have studied? Support your answer with close reference from the text. 25 Captain Nobody – by Dean Pitchford FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 26. 26 Who is the most interesting character? CECIL BUTTERWORTH P1 P2creative determined He has a lot of new ideas EVIDENCE: - Comes up with the idea of creating their own Halloween costumes - With JJ’s help, creates super hero outfit from old clothes for Newt He is determined to become a drummer EVIDENCE: - Practises whenever he has free time - Persistent in asking Captain Nobody to help him retrieving the old drum from the top of a dumpster. FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 29. 29 INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH MUST CONTAINS 1.THE TITILE OF THE NOVEL 2.NAME OF THE AUTHOR 3.THE ANSWER TO THE QUESTION 4.CONTENT POINTS FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 30. How to write your INTRO? • The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford. + + • In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the topic with close referencefrom the text. 30 Introduction ANSWER THE QUESTION POINT 1 POINT 3POINT2 FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 31. SAMPLE QUESTION 1 Based on the novel, who do you think is the most interesting character in the novel you have studied? Support your answer with close reference from the text. 31FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 32. • The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford. + + • In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the topic with close referencefrom the text. 32 Introduction ANSWER : Cecil Butterworth creative supportivedetermined FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 33. The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford. In my opinion, the most interesting character is Cecil Butterworth. This is because he is creative, determined, and supportive to his friends. In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the topic with close reference from the text. 33 Introduction paragraph TITLE . NAME . ANSWER . CONTENT POINTS FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 35. 35 How to write your POINTS? • S – Statement (Topic Sentence) • T – Textual Evidence • O – Opinion (Based on the statement in each content point) • R/E – RElate the content point to the task given FIT/SMKAM/2016 S T O R E
- 36. FIT/SMKAM/2016 36 CONTENT POINT 1 : creative S – Cecil is creative and has a lot of ideas. T – i. He comes up with the ideas of creating their Halloween costumes ii. Creates superhero outfit for Newt. O – his creativity has helped Newt to have a costume and transform him into super hero RE – This shows that he is a very creative person
- 39. 39 Point 2 Next, I find Cecil interesting as he is a determined person. He works hard to achieve his dream, which is to be a drummer. He practises whenever he has free time. He is also determined and persistent in convincing Captain Nobody to help him retrieve the discarded drum from the dumpster.In life, we should be determined and work hard like Cecil to achieve our dreams. This incident shows that Cecil is determined and he never gives up until his wish is fulfilled. FIT/SMKAM/2016 STATEMENT . TEXTUAL EVIDENCE. OPINION. RELATE
- 40. 40 Point 3 - supportive Cecil is a true friend to Newton (Captain Nobody) and JJ. He is always supportive to his friends through thick and thin. For instance, although Cecil is shorter and skinnier than Newton, he stands up for Newt when Newt is threatened by Ricky Ratner and his gang. Similarly, Cecil encourages and supports Newt in the audacious plan to climb Appleton water tower to persuade Reggie Ratner not to jump. In a way, Cecil helps Newt to overcome his fear of height. To me, he is Newt’s true friend as he always fights alongside Newt who is also known as Captain Nobody. This proves to us that Cecil is a real supportive friend.FIT/SMKAM/2016 STATEMENT . TEXTUAL EVIDENCE. OPINION. RELATE
- 42. 42 In conclusion, Cecil Butterworth is creative, determined, and supportive to his friends. These interesting qualities of Cecil and his role as the side kick to Captain Nobody makes this novel exciting. Conclusion : Question – interesting character • Repeat the content points • Relate to the question FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 47. 47 A role model for teenagers NEWTON NEWMAN P1 Loves his family members he loves his family although sometimes he does not get the attention he deserves EVIDENCE: - Prepares breakfast for his busy parents even though his parents are too busy to eat - He understands when Chris is too tired and has no time for him FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 48. 48 A role model for teenagers NEWTON NEWMAN P2 Selfless and kind EVIDENCE: - Helps Cecil to retrieve the old drum from a dumpster despite his fear of height. - Helps Mr Clay who is lost and is out of his medicine to return home. - Helps JJ to inform Mr. and Mrs Sullivan about the spelling and grammatical errors on their signboards althoughFIT/SMKAM/2016
- 49. 49 A role model for teenagers NEWTON NEWMAN P3 responsible EVIDENCE: - He makes breakfast for his family every day - He babysit the ferret (Ferocious) although he is not happy with the idea – he makes sure it is fed and sometimes he even talks to it - He dodges the incoming traffic and waves to stop the traffic in his attempt to get the ferret back when it escapesFIT/SMKAM/2016
- 51. • The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford. + + • In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the topic with close referencefrom the text. 51 Introduction ANSWER : Newton Newman Loves his family responsible Selfless and kind FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 52. SAMPLE of the… The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford. In my opinion, Newton Newman is a good role model for teenagers. This is because he is loving towards his family members, selfless, kind and responsible. In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the topic with close reference from the text. 52 Introduction FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 53. 53 SAMPLE QUESTIONS 1. “Determination is the key to success” How far is this true in the novel you have read? 2. It is important for us to learn to forgive and forget. Explain how this is portrayed by one of the characters in the novel. 3. “A friend in need is a friend indeed” How far is this true in the novel you have read? 4. With close reference to the text, what is the most valuable message from the novel that you have studied? 5. Suggest an alternate ending of the novel that you have read. Provide reasons based on the novel you have read. FIT/SMKAM/2016
- 54. 54 6. Write about one character which has shown the value of perseverance in his/her life. Briefly describe the character and give reasons for your choice. 7. “In life we should be brave.” With close reference to the text, explain how this quality is shown by a character. 8. “No pain no gain”. How far is this true in the novel? 9. Describe one action that is taken by a character that you disagree with. Support your answer with close reference to the text. FIT/SMKAM/2016