1,000 Year Old Boy - Chapters 48 and 49

Write a word that describes Jasper's behaviour when he came back inside from seeing Alfie.

Jasper spent most of Chapter 48 ... (choose all that apply)

• pretending his behaviour was normal.

• convincing others that he wished all the best for Alfie.

• plotting how to harm Alfie.

• arguing with his wife.

Infer what the following statement from Aidan's dad means ...

"Don't want to see him (Jasper) again in a month of Sundays."

Which word do you think best describes how Aidan's family feel about Jasper?

• hatred

• disinterest

• wary

• puzzled

Your opinion ...

Which word best describes how Alfie feels about living in Earl Grey House?

• hatred

• loves it

• tolerates it

• isn't sure what to think

Write a word that best describes the mood of Chapter 49.

There were very few __________ at Mam's funeral.

The coffin disappeared behind the red curtain like a sinister magic trick.

In this context, what does the word "sinister" mean?

• mean-spirited

• clever

• funny

• sinful

Do you think Roxy and Aidan should have attended Mam's funeral?

• Yes

• No

• Unsure

How many people were at the funeral? Write your answer as a number, not in words.