GORGEOUS

WORKSHEET ONE: Chapters 1 & 2

1. Answer these questions:

(Page 8) 'I agree with Jessica,' says Fern. Why doesn't she say it aloud?

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(Page 12) 'I don't dare say it aloud,' says Fern. Why?

A:


(Page 23) Can you find the same words on this page? Write them down.

A:


(Page 26) What does Fern say when she discovers that Zara has stolen two bottles from the shop?

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(Page 18) Why do you think Fern doesn't want talk to Zara about her dad?

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2. Discuss: ‘What’s a friend for?’

In your groups of three or four (ask your teacher) put these eight statements into order of importance and number them when you have all agreed.

Having fun

Standing up for you

Believing in you

Sharing

Praising

Cheering-up

Allowing you independence

Being there when you are in trouble


3. Write: How would you describe the relationship between Zara & Fern? Is it a true friendship? Give reasons to support your decision?