1. 28/9/14Dialogue 1 TP: Characters reveal themselves through what they say Bell work: Why do you think writers include dialogue (speech) in their stories?

2. Example “Why, thank you, Matilda,” Miss Honey said, still smiling. “That is a remarkable answer. Excellent. Really excellent,” she added. Shows she is polite. Happy for input from students Repetition. Shows she is genuinely impressed by what Matilda has said. Giving Matilda very positive feedback. BEST ANSWER: Kind, eager to give praise, encouraging

3. Paired Work Read the other short extracts on the handout. Decide which answer fits best for each character. HINT: there is only one answer for each character.

4. Group Task Read the extract from Matilda. Pick out examples of things that each character says (quote). Discuss what these quotes tell us about the characters’ personalities. REMEMBER: each group should have a chairperson, reporter and timekeeper. For this task, EVERYONE must be a recorder.