The Story of the Titanic – Teacher Answers
Answer key and listening script for the teacher. This page is kept separate from the student lesson.
Teacher answer key
- Warm-up: answers will vary.
- Vocabulary: voyage = accept a clear meaning in context; iceberg = accept a clear meaning in context; hull = accept a clear meaning in context; lifeboat = accept a clear meaning in context; maritime = accept a clear meaning in context.
- Reading comprehension: accept accurate answers supported by the reading.
- Grammar: check target forms and accept equivalent correct wording where appropriate.
- Listening script: “The Titanic was crossing the Atlantic when it struck an iceberg late at night. Water entered the ship, and passengers were moved towards the lifeboats. There were not enough lifeboat places for everyone. After the disaster, international safety rules became stricter.”
Listening answers: accept answers matching the script. - Speaking: answers will vary.
- Something New: performance/design answers will vary.
- Writing: answers will vary. Encourage clear sentences and use of lesson vocabulary.
Puzzle/Game: answers will vary. Encourage students to use lesson vocabulary and explain their choices.
Success criteria: this is a student self-check. No single answer is required.