Alice in Wonderland — Teacher Answers
B1 · 50–60 minutes · Classic Literature
An original simplified overview of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865), not an extract or a complete retelling. The ending is included. Help learners distinguish story events from their own interpretations.
1–2. Goals and reading
Invite predictions from the illustration, then read silently or aloud. Reread for evidence. Accept supported interpretations without presenting them as story facts. Explain croquet as a game using mallets to hit balls through hoops, and tarts as small pastries.
3. Vocabulary
1–C; 2–E; 3–A; 4–F; 5–B; 6–D. Original sentences vary.
4. Understanding
- Lewis Carroll; 1865.
- A pocket watch.
- She is too big to enter through the tiny door.
- She has become smaller and is not tall enough to reach it.
- The Hatter and the March Hare.
- The unfair proceedings at the trial about stolen tarts.
- Beside her sister.
5. Language focus
1. too; 2. enough; 3. too; 4. enough. Joined sentence: Alice is too big to enter the tiny door. Point out the position of enough after an adjective. “Too” expresses a problem here; it does not simply mean “very”.
6. Discussion — possible responses
- Both: curiosity helps her discover new things, but following the rabbit brings unexpected problems.
- She thinks the proceedings are unfair and becomes willing to speak up.
- Answers vary. Learners should name a character and explain their choice.
Accept other relevant, supported responses.
7. Writing
Look for 80–100 words, a clear sequence, two target vocabulary words, and correctly formed sentences with too and enough. A new scene is invented; it need not be an event from the novel.
8. Puzzle or game
B → D → E → A → C.
9–10. Reflection and final response
Look for two accurate events, a supported opinion and an accurate sentence with too or enough. For example: Alice is not tall enough to reach the key after she becomes smaller.
Suggested timing and support
Goals: 5 minutes; reading: 10; vocabulary and comprehension: 15; language focus: 10; discussion/game: 5; writing and reflection: 10–15. Use the final challenge as an extension or homework. Offer sentence frames and allow learners to rehearse with a partner.