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English PT3 Chapter 4 Literature Component

GRAPHIC NOVELS
1. The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann D Wyss (retold by Martin Powell)

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Synopsis
The Robinson family is on their way from Switzerland to Australia when their ship
is hit by a storm. The crew abandons them and they are shipwrecked on an island.
Faced with the inevitability of having to survive on the island, they build a life for
themselves. They build a treetop house and survive on the resources of the island
and the sea. They face a few dangerous situations and exciting adventures. All in
they have a rich life and the children grow up well. The children leave the island
with Jenny Montrose while the parents stay on their paradise island.

Setting
Place – an island in an unknown Time – early 19 century and 10 years on
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location the island

Characters and Character traits

Loving husband and father
Mr Robinson Strong sense of responsibility and protective
Positive in outlook – makes the best of the circumstances
Provides stability and encouragement for family

Brave, hardworking and loving wife and mother
Mrs Robinson
Works hand-in-hand with husband to ensure family is well and
stable

Eldest in the family – helps father to take care of the family
Responsible, brave and adventurous – not afraid of the unknown
Fritz Robinson
Explores other side of island
Rescues Jenny Montrose from other side of island Chapter 4
Marries Jenny in London

Second sibling in the family
Ernest Robinson
Brave and adventurous – ventures out on his own and makes
important discoveries
Third son in the family
Jack Robinson Too young to venture out on his own – helps mother around
the house
Loves fishing

Youngest in the family
Franz Robinson
Depends on older brothers for adventures

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