1. Answer these questions:

(Page 96) What words show that Fern realises that Ann is now against her?

A:

(Page 99) Why is Fern surprised about this?

A:

(Page 99) Is it surprising to you that Ann has joined in the teasing & bullying?

A:

(Page 106) Why is Zara hugging Fern?

A:

(Page 107) Why does Fern nod? Would you?

A:

2. Discuss: What makes Ann now one of the ringleaders in bullying Fern.

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

She thinks it’s fun She is afraid of Zara Thinks it’s a way to make others friendly with her

She is not a nice person Doesn’t know it is upsetting Fern She is scared of ever being outside the gang, again

3. Write: Describe Ann to someone who doesn’t know her.