Historical Fiction: Nature & Environment
English
Year 9
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring period language within a historical fiction narrative centred on themes of nature and environment. Includes reading comprehension and creative writing tasks.
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Historical Fiction: Nature & Environment
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Grade Year 9
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Reading Passage: An Autumnal Reverie
In the waning days of autumn, the forest stood silent, its ancient trees cloaked in a tapestry of amber and crimson. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and decaying leaves, whispering tales of seasons long passed. William, a young naturalist of the 19th century, wandered along the moss-covered path, his eyes alight with curiosity. The gentle rustling of the underbrush was like a lullaby, a reminder of nature's indomitable resilience. As he paused beside a clear brook, he noted how the water sparkled beneath the low sun, its surface reflecting the golden canopy above. With each step, he felt the weight of history and the environment entwined, a testament to the enduring beauty of the natural world amidst mankind's encroachment.
1.
Identify three words or phrases in the passage that evoke a sense of atmosphere.
[2 marks]2.
What period language terms can you find in the passage that reflect the historical setting?
[2 marks]3.
Describe how the author uses imagery to depict the forest environment.
[4 marks]4.
Analyse the portrayal of William as a naturalist. What language choices support this characterisation?
[4 marks]5.
What effect does the description of the brook's water have on the reader’s understanding of the setting?
[2 marks]6.
Identify and explain one example of period language used to set the scene.
[2 marks]B
Creative Writing Task: Constructing a Nature Scene
Using the style and language of the passage, write a descriptive paragraph about a scene in a natural environment from a different historical period of your choice. Include vivid imagery and period-specific language.
1.
Write a 20-line descriptive paragraph about a natural scene, incorporating at least three period-specific language features and rich imagery.
[10 marks]2.
Checklist for your paragraph: Include atmospheric details, use of period language, and vivid imagery. Tick the features you have included.
0Aa) Descriptive adjectives and metaphors
Bb) Period-specific vocabulary
Cc) Detailed character dialogue
Dd) Vivid imagery of environment
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