Starter quiz
- Which of the following are genres of text?
- science fiction ✓
- fantasy ✓
- poetry collection
- historical fiction ✓
- graphic novel
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- Which of the following best describes a non-fiction text?
- when there are lots of texts with the same characters
- a genre of text which presents real events, information, or knowledge ✓
- a form of text combining words and images in long-form, sequential art panels
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- What is an appropriate definition of a historical fiction text?
- a genre in which oral stories are shared and passed down over time
- a genre in which a fictional plot takes place during real, historical events ✓
- a genre of text, blending magical elements into realistic settings
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- Based on their front covers, which of the following is a historical fiction text?
- Which of the following is an appropriate definition of the word injustice?
- strong feelings that result from a person's circumstances or relationships
- significant difference between one thing and another
- when people don't get the same rights, opportunities or treatment as others ✓
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- True or false? An impression refers to initial feelings about a person, place or thing, gained from reading a text.
- True ✓
- False
Exit quiz
Who is the author of the text 'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh'?- 'Sufiya Ahmed' ✓
- Match the keywords to their definitions.
- historical fiction⇔a genre in which a fictional plot occurs in real historical events ✓
- British Empire⇔the colonies, dominions and other territories ruled by Britain ✓
- India⇔British-controlled territories in South Asia, including Punjab ✓
- Which of the following best describes the term trade?
- the British-controlled territories in South Asia
- the exchange of goods, commodities and services ✓
- a genre in which a fictional plot occurs in real historical events
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- Who took care of the Duleep Singhs when they moved to Britain?
- Queen Elizabeth I
- The British East India Company
- Queen Victoria ✓
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- Match the family member’s name to their relationship to Sophia.
- Bamba⇔eldest sister ✓
- Catherine⇔older sister ✓
- Victor⇔eldest brother ✓
- Eddie⇔younger brother ✓
- True or False? Sophia's father disliked using the term 'invaders'.
- True
- False ✓
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Lesson Details
Key learning 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.
- The text explores British history as well as celebrating diversity, with strong themes of family & justice.
Common misconception
Pupils may find it challenging to note down qualities for each of the Duleep Singhs.
Mind maps could be displayed for each family member with information added as pupils read.
Keywords
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.
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